Ingredients
- Tilapia fillets: 4 pieces
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 1 cup
- Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the Parmesan mixture evenly over the top of each tilapia fillet.
- Bake the tilapia for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the fillets wrapped in aluminum foil or plastic wrap for 2-3 months.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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