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Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce Recipe

Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce Recipe for a Quick Dinner Delight

Enjoy a quick and flavorful Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Tilapia A mild, flaky fish.
For the Sauce
  • 2 pieces Red Bell Peppers Essential for vibrant flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred.
Seasonings
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. Slice the red bell peppers and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes.
  3. Transfer roasted peppers to a blender, add garlic and lemon juice, and blend until smooth.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add tilapia and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
  5. Pour roasted pepper sauce over the fish and simmer for 1 minute.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve with couscous or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. The roasted pepper sauce can be prepared ahead and stored for 3 days in the fridge.

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