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    Easy Baked Tilapia Recipes

    Published: Apr 1, 2015 · Modified: Jun 27, 2021 by Kelly Stilwell · This post may contain affiliate links 3 Comments

    Three different preparations of tilapia for Pinterest image.

    With these easy baked tilapia recipes, making a healthier and delicious dinner is more simple than ever.

    We all want to eat healthier food these days, and seafood is one of our favorite foods.

    In fact, the Department of Agriculture recommends you eat at least 8 ounces of seafood each week. But what kind of seafood? 

    Healthiest Seafood

    Mild white fish, salmon, shrimp, and sardines are among the healthiest seafoods.

    This Lemon and Herb Shrimp is one of the most popular recipes on this site. It's delicious!

    Especially when feeding kids, Tilapia fillets are a great choice as it has a very mild flavor and is a versatile fish.

    Tilapia is also wonderful source of protein and high in omega-3 fatty acids.

    Even if this is your first time making fish, you'll create a delicious meal with these recipes.

    Tips for Cooking Fish

    We've got all kinds of easy tilapia recipes here. A simple recipe of a little olive oil, fresh herbs, garlic powder or your favorite spice rub, lemon juice, and salt and black pepper always works well.

    Still, there are a few things you should always do when cooking fish in general.

    Fish should have a mild scent and not smell overly fishy.

    Frozen fish is okay. It's usually flash frozen, so may be fresher than fresh which has probably been on ice for at least a couple of days.

    Make sure fish is dry when adding seasoning. Take the extra time to apply a paper towel to absorb any moisture.

    With a fish like tilapia, don't marinate it for more than 30 minutes, if at all.

    Line the baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy clean up.

    In fact, wrapping fish in parchment paper is a great technique for fish as it doesn't dry out while baking. See Rachael Ray's recipe below!

    You'll find a lot of easy recipes here including some that have sides like quinoa for a complete dinner.

    That 10-minute blackened tilapia? I'm in for a quick meal idea! I'm betting that would make delicious fish tacos, too!

    My favorite side dishes that would go with any of these tilapia recipes are Greek Orzo Salad, this Mango Slaw recipe, or this Quinoa Chickpea Salad recipe.

    A side of fresh vegetables works well, too! All so good and so easy!

    For dessert, this Amaretti cookies recipe is so wonderful, and you won't believe how easy they are to make. These churro cheesecake bars are heavenly, too.

    The Recipes

    Can I tell you right here that I have never made a recipe from Damn Delicious that I didn't LOVE? And they are all easy. She's my recipe hero!

    You'll love her Baked Lemon Butter Tilapia, the first one listed below.

    The next time you don't know what to do for dinner, think tilapia! Let me know which of these healthy recipes for baked tilapia is your favorite!

    Baked Lemon Butter Tilapia

    The easiest, most effortless 20 min meal ever from start to finish. And it’s all made in a single pan. Win-win situation here. Buttery flavor!
    Check out this recipe
    Baked Lemon Butter Tilapia

    Quick Tilapia in Parchment

    A delicious and easy tilapia recipe made right in its own little package of parchment paper. Easy clean up, too!
    Check out this recipe
    Quick Tilapia in Parchment

    10-Minute Blackened Tilapia

    Do you have a quick “go-to” dinner recipe? A fallback for when you arrive home from work uber-exhausted, and just want to whip up something healthy and delicious in a snap??
    Check out this recipe
    10-Minute Blackened Tilapia

    Cilantro Lime Tilapia with Quinoa Recipe

    Whether you’re eating more fish during Lent or just looking for a delicious, healthy recipe, tilapia is a good way to go.
    Check out this recipe
    Cilantro Lime Tilapia with Quinoa Recipe

    Lemon Pepper Parmesan Tilapia

    Parmesan Crusted Tilapia is the one of the BEST tilapia recipes we’ve ever tasted. This Baked Lemon Pepper Tilapia recipe is as healthy as it is delicious.
    Check out this recipe
    Lemon Pepper Parmesan Tilapia

    Bobby’s Baked Tilapia

    A healthy seafood main course from Paula Deen. Super easy with 10 minute prep and 12 minute bake time!
    Check out this recipe
    Bobby’s Baked Tilapia

    Honey Mustard Tilapia with Onions & Broccoli

    This recipe for honey mustard tilapia is quick and easy, and the results are great every time. The vinaigrette dressing is the perfect accompaniment.
    Check out this recipe
    Honey Mustard Tilapia with Onions & Broccoli

    Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

    This Parmesan Crusted Tilapia is a simple fish recipe that is done in 20 minutes and will even impress non-fish lovers!
    Check out this recipe
    Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

    Mama's Supper Club Tilapia Parmesan

    You asked for it. Here it is. Thanks so much to MaMa’s Supper Club. Wish we could all go there.
    Check out this recipe
    Mama's Supper Club Tilapia Parmesan

    Coconut Crusted Tilapia

    One of the things we like best about this Coconut Crusted Tilapia is how easy it is. With only five ingredients, it comes together quickly and satisfies everyone.
    Check out this recipe
    Coconut Crusted Tilapia

    Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia

    This oven-baked lemon garlic baked tilapia is super easy to make and comes together in under 20 minutes. It’s low carb, gluten-free, keto-friendly, and very flavorful.
    Check out this recipe
    Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia

    Is Tilapia safe to eat?

    Tilapia has gotten a bad rap over the last few years, but as long as it is farmed well, it's a healthy fish to eat. In fact, according to Cooking Light, Tilapia has almost as much omega 3 fatty acids as cod, and is a good source of potassium.What could I use for these tilapia recipes if I can't find tilapia?

    Catfish is a good substitute as it has the same texture. Branzino, which is showing up in more and more seafood departments, is also a good substitute.

    More Delicious Seafood Recipes

    • The Best Weight Watchers Shrimp Recipe
    • Peru Causa with Shrimp
    • Cioppino with Clam and Mussels Recipe
    • Drunken Mussels Recipe
    • Scallop and Shrimp Seafood Salad Recipe

    What are your favorite fish recipes? Share in the comments below!

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    Comments

    1. denise low

      April 07, 2015 at 2:46 pm

      Thank you for the different recipes. You have alot to choose from

      Reply
    2. the color palette

      April 03, 2015 at 2:19 am

      i didn't even need to read it, it goes straight to my pinterest! Thank you.
      x,Abril

      The Color Palette

      Reply
    3. susan

      April 02, 2015 at 2:48 pm

      Thanks, Kelly, for adding my blog link to your site. This is a "go to" recipe for me, and for several of the clients that I cook for - easy, healthy, and fast. Always a combo that we like! Take care, Susan

      Reply

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