{"id":5689,"date":"2026-09-09T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-09T07:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smartkitchen30.com\/?p=5689"},"modified":"2026-07-10T08:46:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T07:46:47","slug":"easy-baked-tilapia-with-garlic-butter-lemon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartkitchen30.com\/it\/recipes-en\/easy-baked-tilapia-with-garlic-butter-lemon\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Baked Tilapia with Garlic Butter &#038; Lemon"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Baked Tilapia with Garlic Butter and Lemon in 20 Minutes<\/h1>\n<p>Whipping up a flavourful and nutritious supper in under half an hour is entirely achievable with this baked tilapia recipe. With just 5 minutes of active preparation and 15 minutes of cooking, this dish seamlessly integrates into your weekly schedule, providing a complete, stress-free meal. The secret lies in rapid, high-temperature cooking, which ensures tender, succulent fish fillets, while the garlic butter and lemon impart a rich, aromatic flavour. This method maximises efficiency, allowing you to enjoy a homemade meal even on the busiest evenings, transforming simple ingredients into a refined yet light dish. This recipe is designed for those seeking practical solutions without compromising on taste or quality.<\/p>\n<h2>Quick Overview<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Preparation Time: 5 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Cooking Time: 15 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Difficulty: Easy<\/li>\n<li>Serves: 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>2 tilapia fillets (approx. 5.3-6.3 oz \/ 150-180g each), defrosted and patted dry<\/li>\n<li>1.1 oz (30g) unsalted butter, melted<\/li>\n<li>2 cloves garlic, finely minced<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n<li>Fine salt, to taste<\/li>\n<li>Freshly ground black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n<li>Lemon slices for garnish (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Method<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Preheat your oven to 200\u00b0C (fan) or 220\u00b0C (conventional) and line a baking tray with baking parchment.<\/li>\n<li>Thoroughly pat the tilapia fillets dry with kitchen paper to remove any excess moisture, then season both sides with salt and pepper.<\/li>\n<li>In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped parsley, mixing well to emulsify.<\/li>\n<li>Arrange the tilapia fillets on the prepared baking tray and spoon the garlic butter mixture evenly over each fillet.<\/li>\n<li>Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.<\/li>\n<li>Remove from the oven and serve immediately, garnishing with fresh lemon slices if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Serving &amp; Leftovers<\/h2>\n<p>Serve the baked tilapia hot, accompanied by a light side dish such as steamed asparagus or a simple green salad. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. Freezing cooked fish is not recommended.<\/p>\n<h2>Nutrition<\/h2>\n<p>Nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portions.<\/p>\n<h2>One Last Thing<\/h2>\n<p>This recipe showcases how a few simple ingredients and a clear method can create a satisfying and healthy meal, even on your busiest evenings. Integrating such straightforward solutions into your routine simplifies meal planning and ensures a well-balanced table, proving stress-free cooking leads to delightful results.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fancy a delightful and healthy supper without the fuss? 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