Description
Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms your dinner table into a gourmet experience. This easy recipe features tender tilapia fillets baked in a creamy roasted red pepper sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With its rich aromas and beautiful colors, this meal not only delights the palate but also impresses your guests—everyone will be asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (approximately 1 lb total)
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Arrange tilapia fillets in a single layer in the prepared dish.
- In a blender, combine roasted red peppers, garlic, chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the tilapia, ensuring even coverage. Sprinkle fresh basil on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 70mg