Savory Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce: An Easy Weeknight Delight
This savory tilapia recipe is perfect for easy weeknight dinners, featuring a delicious roasted pepper sauce that complements the fish beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 2 red bell peppers, roasted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in roasted peppers and paprika, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Season tilapia fillets with salt and black pepper.
- Place fillets in the sauce and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or a fresh salad.
- Feel free to add a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Savory Tilapia, Roasted Pepper Sauce, Weeknight Dinner