Baked Tilapia Recipe

Name: Baked Tilapia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 4 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia; 1 large onion, sliced; 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced; 4 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat bottom of a medium baking dish with about 1/4 cup olive oil.
2
In a small bowl, blend remaining olive oil, tomato paste, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper.
3
Arrange tilapia fillets in the prepared baking dish, skin side up. With a spatula, spread the olive oil and tomato paste mixture over the tilapia, heaping the majority in the centers of the fillets. Arrange onion and green pepper slices on and around the fillets.
4
Bake in the preheated oven 15 minutes, until fish is easily flaked with a fork. Remove from heat, top each fillet with 1 tablespoon butter, and set oven to broil. Broil 5 to 7 minutes, until butter is melted and lightly brown.

522

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Carbs

Protein

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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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 4 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Baked 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.

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Baked Tilapia

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Variations & substitutions

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