Savor Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce for a Quick Mediterranean Feast

Savor Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce is a quick, healthy Mediterranean dish that combines tender tilapia and a vibrant roasted pepper sauce.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fish

4 fillets Tilapia can substitute with cod or haddock for similar texture

For the Roasted Pepper Sauce

2 whole Red bell peppers or yellow or orange peppers for variety
2 tablespoons Olive oil may substitute with avocado oil
2 cloves Garlic minced, use fresh garlic
2 tablespoons Lemon juice lime juice can be an alternative
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Blender
Baking sheet
Skillet
baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Gather all your ingredients and tools. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the red bell peppers into quarters and coat with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes.
After cooling, blend the roasted peppers with minced garlic and lemon juice until smooth.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium and cook tilapia fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Pour the roasted pepper sauce over the tilapia in the skillet and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to pat the fish dry before cooking for the best crust. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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