Broiled Parmesan-Lemon Tilapia Recipe

Name: Broiled Parmesan-Lemon Tilapia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets; 2 tablespoons Miami-style sazon seasoning (sazon completa); 1 serving olive oil cooking spray (such as PAM(R)); 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons butter-margarine blend (such as Smart Balance(R)), melted; 1 1/2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise (such as Kraft(R)); 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 1/8 teaspoon dried basil; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon onion powder; 1/8 teaspoon celery salt

Servings: persons

4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons Miami-style sazon seasoning (sazon completa)
1 serving olive oil cooking spray (such as PAM(R))
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter-margarine blend (such as Smart Balance(R)), melted
1 1/2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise (such as Kraft(R))
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon celery salt

1
Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a broiler pan with aluminum foil. Spray the broiler pan's rack with olive oil cooking spray.
2
Sprinkle tilapia with sazon seasoning and arrange on the prepared broiler rack.
3
Cook the fillets under the preheated broiler until fish is barely opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
4
Mix the Parmesan cheese, butter-margarine blend, fat-free mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, basil, black pepper, onion powder, and celery salt together in a bowl.
5
Spread the Parmesan cheese blend over the fish fillets, return to oven, and continue cooking until the topping is golden brown and the fish flakes easily, 3 to 5 more minutes.

366

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets, 2 tablespoons Miami-style sazon seasoning (sazon completa), 1 serving olive oil cooking spray (such as PAM(R)), 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Broiled Parmesan-Lemon 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!

Broiled Parmesan-Lemon Tilapia

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