How to Make Summertime Tilapia - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summertime calls for light, fresh dishes that are bursting with flavor, and this Summertime Tilapia recipe is just the ticket. This dish is perfect for a backyard barbecue, a picnic in the park, or a casual weeknight dinner. Packed with zesty flavors and colorful vegetables, this dish is a celebration of the season's bounty.

Tilapia is a mild, flaky fish that is versatile and easy to cook. It's the perfect canvas for bold seasonings and bright, fresh ingredients, making it an ideal ch...

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Ingredients

  • 2 shallots, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons tequila (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 tilapia fillets

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine the shallots, garlic, oregano, sugar, olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, tequila, salt, and pepper in a gallon-sized sealable bag; shake to combine. Add the tilapia to the mixture and store in the refrigerator 2 to 4 hours, turning every 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and prepare the surface with cooking spray.
  • Arrange the fish on the prepared baking sheet. Discard remaining marinade.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    244 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 636mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 65mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 591mg