Almond And Parmesan Crusted Tilapia Recipe

Name: Almond And Parmesan Crusted Tilapia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup buttery spread (such as Smart Balance(R)), softened; 1/4 cup slivered almonds, crushed; 3 tablespoons reduced-fat olive oil mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay(R)); 1/4 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon onion powder; 1/8 teaspoon celery salt; 1 pound tilapia fillets

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup buttery spread (such as Smart Balance(R)), softened
1/4 cup slivered almonds, crushed
3 tablespoons reduced-fat olive oil mayonnaise
2 tablespoons bread crumbs
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay(R))
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon celery salt
1 pound tilapia fillets

1
Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a broiling pan with aluminum foil or spray with olive oil cooking spray.
2
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
3
Mix Parmesan cheese, garlic, buttery spread, almonds, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, lemon juice, seafood seasoning, basil, black pepper, onion powder, and celery salt together in a bowl.
4
Arrange tilapia fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan; cover pan with aluminum foil.
5
Broil in the preheated oven for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip fillets, cover pan with aluminum foil, and broil for 2 to 3 more minutes. Remove aluminum foil and cover fillets with Parmesan cheese mixture. Broil in the oven until fish flakes easily with a fork and topping is browned, about 2 more minutes.

301

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup buttery spread (such as Smart Balance(R)), softened, and more.

Yes, Almond And Parmesan Crusted Tilapia falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Almond And Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

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