Sauteed Tilapia with Cilantro Pesto Recipe

Name: Sauteed Tilapia with Cilantro Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 bunches cilantro; 3 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds; 1/2 jalapeno, seeded; 2 limes, juiced and zested; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 6-ounce tilapia fillets; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 bunches cilantro
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1/2 jalapeno, seeded
2 limes, juiced and zested
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 6-ounce tilapia fillets
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

1
In a food processor, pulse the cilantro, garlic, pumpkin seeds and jalapeno until finely minced.
2
Add the lime juice, zest and olive oil and process until thick and all ingredients are incorporated.
3
Season with the salt and pepper and set aside.
4
In a large saute pan, heat two tablespoons of the oil over moderately high heat.
5
Season both sides of the fish with salt and pepper and saute for two minutes on each side.
6
Transfer the fish to a platter and spoon with pesto before serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 bunches cilantro, 3 cloves garlic, 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, 1/2 jalapeno, seeded, and more.

Yes, Sauteed Tilapia with Cilantro Pesto 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.

Sauteed Tilapia with Cilantro Pesto

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