Description
Grilled tilapia with lemon and herbs is a delightful dish that captures the essence of summer. The combination of fresh fish, zesty lemon, and aromatic herbs creates a light and flavorful meal that is perfect for outdoor barbecues or cozy family dinners. This easy-to-make recipe promises to impress your guests while offering a burst of flavor that brightens any occasion. Get ready for a culinary experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh tilapia fillets (about 1 pound)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley or dill)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Place tilapia fillets in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Let soak for 15-30 minutes.
- Grill the marinated tilapia on each side for about 3-4 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Just before serving, squeeze additional lemon juice over the fish for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg