Description
Experience the irresistible taste of Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce, where tender fish meets a vibrant, zesty sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for any occasion, from cozy weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. Each bite transports you to sun-soaked shores, making it a delicious centerpiece for family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) tilapia fillets
- 2 medium red bell peppers, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread chopped bell peppers on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Roast for about 20 minutes until softened.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the roasted peppers to the skillet and mix for about 3-5 minutes.
- Nestle the tilapia fillets into the mixture, season with salt and pepper, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Finish by squeezing lemon juice over the fillets and garnishing with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg