How to Make Almond and Parmesan Crusted Tilapia - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and healthy seafood dish to add to your recipe repertoire? Look no further than this Almond and Parmesan Crusted Tilapia! This recipe takes a simple and versatile fish and elevates it to a whole new level with a crunchy, flavorful crust that is sure to impress even the pickiest of eaters.

Tilapia is a mild and tender white fish that pairs perfectly with the nutty flavor of almonds and the savory taste of Parmesan cheese. This recipe combines these ingredients t...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup buttery spread (such as Smart Balance®), softened
  • ¼ cup slivered almonds, crushed
  • 3 tablespoons reduced-fat olive oil mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 pound tilapia fillets

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a broiling pan with aluminum foil or spray with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Mix Parmesan cheese, garlic, buttery spread, almonds, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, lemon juice, seafood seasoning, basil, black pepper, onion powder, and celery salt together in a bowl.
  • Arrange tilapia fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan; cover pan with aluminum foil.
  • Broil in the preheated oven for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip fillets, cover pan with aluminum foil, and broil for 2 to 3 more minutes. Remove aluminum foil and cover fillets with Parmesan cheese mixture. Broil in the oven until fish flakes easily with a fork and topping is browned, about 2 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    344 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 567mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 178mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 552mg