Easy baked lemon garlic tilapia recipe for beginners
Baked Lemon Garlic Tilapia: Tilapia is a mild, easy-to-cook white fish, making it ideal for beginners. This recipe features the classic combination of lemon and garlic, which gives the fish a fresh, zesty flavor without being overwhelming.
Ingredients:
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the tilapia fillets on a greased baking sheet or in a shallow baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the garlic and lemon mixture over the fish fillets, making sure each fillet is coated evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with lemon slices if desired, and serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
