Description
Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that elevates any meal with its tender tilapia fillets drenched in a rich, smoky sauce crafted from roasted red peppers and garlic. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for both impressing guests at dinner parties and enjoying a cozy night in. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, making it a true culinary treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 red bell peppers
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Chop the red bell peppers into strips. Place them on a baking sheet with minced garlic, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for about 20 minutes until soft and slightly charred.
- Transfer the roasted peppers and garlic to a blender. Add vegetable broth and lemon juice; blend until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Season the tilapia fillets with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the fillets for about 3 minutes per side, or until they flake easily with a fork.
- Pour the roasted pepper sauce over the cooked tilapia in the skillet. Simmer on low heat for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve on plates, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg