Tropical Tilapia Recipe

Name: Tropical Tilapia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: feeds four:; 4 tilapia filets; 1 lemon; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 grind of fresh ground black pepper; for the salsa:; 10 kiwi fruit, peeled and diced finely; 1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple diced; 1 hothouse cucumber chopped into small pieces; 3 tablespoons cilantro; 1/4 cup of sugar; 1/4 cup of white vinegar; 1/4 cup of warm water; 1/8 cup of light olive oil

Servings: persons

feeds four:
4 tilapia filets
1 lemon
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 grind of fresh ground black pepper
for the salsa:
10 kiwi fruit, peeled and diced finely
1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple diced
1 hothouse cucumber chopped into small pieces
3 tablespoons cilantro
1/4 cup of sugar
1/4 cup of white vinegar
1/4 cup of warm water
1/8 cup of light olive oil

1
Marinade the tilapia in the extra virgin olive oil, with the lemon fresh squeezed and the dash of fresh ground pepper for approximately one hour.
2
In the meantime, combine kiwi, pineapple, cucumber and cilantro in a large bowl.
3
Next, combine the white vinegar, olive oil, warm water and sugar and wisk until sugar is dissolved.
4
Pour the dressing over the salsa and let sit for at least 45 minutes.
5
Prepare the broiler in the oven and lay the tilapia filet across a lightly oiled pan or tray lined with tin foil.
6
Broil approximately 4-5 minutes on each side depending on how thick the filets are. Do not cook until browned. Fish is done as soon as it turns white on each side.
7
Transfer the filets to each plate or to large dish if for a group.
8
With a slotted spoon, add a generous amount of the salsa over each fish, draining the dressing through the spoon.

250

kcal

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Carbs

Protein

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: feeds four:, 4 tilapia filets, 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Tropical 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.

Tropical Tilapia

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