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Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce

Delicious Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce for Flavor Lovers

Experience zesty and vibrant flavors with this quick to prepare Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce.
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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 Flaky and tender; cod or haddock works as substitute.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Red bell peppers Jarred roasted peppers can save time.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin for enhanced flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal, but garlic powder can suffice.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Fresh-squeezed juice is best.
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Blender
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Zesty Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the red bell peppers into strips, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss well.
  3. Spread the peppers on the baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until tender and charred.
  4. Transfer roasted peppers to a blender, add garlic and lemon juice, then blend until smooth.
  5. In a skillet, heat olive oil, add tilapia fillets, and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  6. Pour the roasted pepper sauce over the tilapia and simmer for about 1 minute.
  7. Serve tilapia on plates, spoon extra sauce on top, and enjoy with couscous or a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow peppers to roast until nicely charred for enhanced sweetness and smokiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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