Grilled Tilapia with Cherry Salsa Recipe

Name: Grilled Tilapia with Cherry Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pounds (about 2 Cups) Bing Cherries, Pitted And Coarsely Chopped; 1/2 whole Red Onion, Finely Chopped; ⅓ cups Fresh Cilantro (or Parsley), Chopped; 1 whole Large Jalapeno, Ribs And Seeds Removed, Minced; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice; 1 pinch Salt And Pepper; 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 4 whole Tilapia Filets (about 6 Ounces Each)

Servings: persons

1/2 pounds (about 2 Cups) Bing Cherries, Pitted And Coarsely Chopped
1/2 whole Red Onion, Finely Chopped
⅓ cups Fresh Cilantro (or Parsley), Chopped
1 whole Large Jalapeno, Ribs And Seeds Removed, Minced
1 Tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
1 pinch Salt And Pepper
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoons Pepper
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
4 whole Tilapia Filets (about 6 Ounces Each)

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In a medium bowl, combine the cherries, onion, parsley/cilantro, jalapeno, and lime juice.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Toss to combine and set the salsa aside.
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In a small bowl, stir together the cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
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Rub tilapia all over with oil and sprinkle with the spice mixture.
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Then cook the tilapia one of the following ways:
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On The Grill: Heat grill to high; lightly oil the grates.
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Grill tilapia until opaque around the edges and underside loosens easily from the grill, about 2-3 minutes.
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Using a metal spatula with a thin blade, flip the fish and continue to cook until opaque throughout, another 2-3 minutes.
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Serve the tilapia with the cherry salsa on top.
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On The Stove: Heat some olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add tilapia and cook 3 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
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Serve with the cherry salsa on top.
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In The Oven: Place tilapia in a greased baking pan.
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Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes, until tilapia flakes easily with a fork.
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Serve the tilapia with the cherry salsa on top.
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*Recipe adapted from Everyday Food by Martha Stewart
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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pounds (about 2 Cups) Bing Cherries, Pitted And Coarsely Chopped, 1/2 whole Red Onion, Finely Chopped, ⅓ cups Fresh Cilantro (or Parsley), Chopped, 1 whole Large Jalapeno, Ribs And Seeds Removed, Minced, and more.

Yes, Grilled Tilapia with Cherry Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Grilled Tilapia with Cherry Salsa

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