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Lemon Garlic Tilapia
This Lemon Garlic Tilapia recipe aligns well with a Mediterranean diet, featuring lean protein, healthy fats, herbs, and citrus. It could be enhanced with additional vegetables and whole grains.
Adapted from Ambitious Kitchen, by Monique Volz of Ambitious Kitchen
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia filets or loins
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more
- 3 tablespoon olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil
- salt and pepper to taste
Method
- Place the fish in a large ziploc bag and add garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, and parsley. Toss fish around to coat and place in refrigerator for 20 minutes.20 min timer
- Once ready to cook, heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until oil begins to shimmer. Cook fillets two at a time for about 3-4 minutes per side or until opaque and slightly browned.4 min timer
- Squeeze additional lemon juice over fish, sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve over brown rice. Serves 4.
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