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Lemon Pepper Tilapia Recipe

This easy baked lemon pepper tilapia recipe comes together with just two ingredients in under 30 minutes. Flaky and flavorful, it's one of our favorite easy dinner or quick meal prep options on busy weeks!
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 109 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Baking Sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 4 (4-6 ounce) tilapia filets
  • 1-2 Tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning or to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lightly grease it with cooking oil spray and set aside.
  • Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a clean paper towel. Then, lightly spritz them with cooking oil spray. Season to taste.
    4 (4-6 ounce) tilapia filets, 1-2 Tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning or to taste
  • Bake 15-20 minutes or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. It should reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
  • Cool slightly on the pan, and getcha some of that!

Notes

Storage: 
- Refrigerator: Once cool, transfer leftover fish to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for 3-4 days. 
- Freezer: Transfer leftovers to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight. 
- Reheat: When you’re ready to eat, warm leftovers in the microwave or in a skillet over medium heat. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 109kcalProtein: 23gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 59mgPotassium: 342mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
Keyword baked tilapia, lemon pepper tilapia
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