How to Make Baked Tilapia with Arugula and Pecan Pesto - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and healthy seafood recipe that is easy to make and bursting with flavor? Then look no further than this Baked Tilapia with Arugula and Pecan Pesto. This dish is not only simple to prepare, but it also combines the light and flaky texture of tilapia with the bold and peppery flavors of arugula and the rich and nutty taste of pecans.

Tilapia is a mild and versatile fish that pairs well with a variety of flavors, making it a popular choice for many home cooks. In...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups young arugula leaves, rinsed and dried
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 dash fresh lemon juice
  • sea salt to taste
  • ½ cup young arugula leaves, rinsed and dried
  • 4 (8 ounce) fillets tilapia
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Combine 3 cups arugula, garlic, pecans, olive oil, 1/4 CUP Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, black pepper, and lemon juice in a blender and blend until it reaches the consistency of a pesto sauce.
  • Spread 1/2 cup arugula on the prepared baking pan. Place the tilapia fillets on the arugula. Spread the remaining pesto generously on top of fillets. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese on the pesto.
  • Bake in preheated oven until fish flakes easily, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    490 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 89mg
    • Sodium: 282mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 51g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 183mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1071mg

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    Arugula recipes