Description
Delightful tilapia fillets served with a rich roasted pepper sauce for a burst of flavor.
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 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the red bell peppers, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast for about 20 minutes until softened and slightly charred.
- Blend the roasted peppers with garlic and lemon juice until smooth to create the sauce.
- In an oiled skillet over medium heat, cook the tilapia fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and flaky.
- Pour the roasted pepper sauce over the cooked fish and simmer for another minute before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference.
- Serve with rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg