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Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce

Mouthwatering Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce to Savor

Delight in this delicious Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce, a healthy dinner that combines tender fish and smoky sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers jarred or homemade
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium recommended
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Tilapia
  • 4 fillets Tilapia Fillets fresh or thawed if frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs Basil or parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by greasing it with olive oil.
  2. In a blender, combine the roasted red peppers, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour half of the sauce into the greased dish, lay the tilapia fillets on top, and cover with the remaining sauce.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving alongside rice or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently.

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