Description
A comforting dish of tilapia fillets topped with a vibrant roasted pepper sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or small gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 large red bell peppers
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Arrange sliced peppers on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast until tender and edges char slightly, about 20 minutes.
- Once cool, blend the roasted peppers, garlic, and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, add oil. Pat tilapia fillets dry, season, and place in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and flaky.
- Pour the roasted pepper sauce over the cooked tilapia and warm for 1 minute before serving.
Notes
A pinch of smoked paprika can enhance the flavor of the sauce. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Pan-Seering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: tilapia, roasted pepper sauce, weeknight dinner, comfort food, easy recipes