Lemon Garlic Tilapia

Nutrition Notes

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

Preparation

1. 1

   Step 1

   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.
2. 2

   Step 2

   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.
3. 3

   Step 3

   Squeeze additional lemon juice over fish, sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve over brown rice. Serves 4.

4. Bon appetit!