Description
This recipe offers a simple yet flavorful way to prepare tilapia, featuring a bright ginger-lime marinade that infuses the fish with aromatic and tangy notes. It is a quick and healthy meal option, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the tilapia fillets in the prepared baking dish. Pour the ginger-lime marinade over the fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your fillets.
- Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired, before serving.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the tilapia for at least 15-20 minutes before baking to allow the flavors to penetrate.
- You can also cook this tilapia on the grill or in a pan on the stovetop. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a light salad for a complete meal.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg