Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce
If you’re searching for a quick and flavorful meal, look no further than this Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce. This dish combines flaky tilapia fillets with a smoky and sweet roasted pepper sauce made from fresh red bell peppers and garlic. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, reminiscent of a Mediterranean bistro experience right in your kitchen. The vibrant colors and delightful flavors make it an instant favorite, sure to impress everyone at the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking and sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 large red bell peppers
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the red bell peppers into strips and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes until softened.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted peppers, unpeeled garlic cloves, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth to create the sauce.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the tilapia fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and flaky.
- Pour the roasted pepper sauce over the cooked tilapia in the skillet, allowing it to simmer for another minute before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg