How to Make Tilapia with Charred Cherry Tomatoes and Balsamic Reduction - A Step-by-Step Guide

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Tilapia is a mild and versatile fish that pairs perfectly with the sweet and tangy flavors of the charred cherry tomatoes and balsamic reduction. The combination of t...

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Ingredients

  • 1 bunch fresh basil, divided
  • 1 bunch chopped fresh thyme
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced, divided
  • sea salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
  • olive oil, divided
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Chop 1/4 of the basil leaves. Mix chopped basil, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Rub spice mixture on tilapia fillets and place in an airtight container. Marinate for 2 hours at room temperature.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking dish with aluminum foil and grease with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Place tilapia fillets into prepared baking dish, shaking off excess seasoning. Sprinkle cherry tomatoes, shallot, and remaining unchopped basil leaves on top. Drizzle 1/2 the lemon juice and 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar over the fish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, until fish is starting to flake.
  • Meanwhile, combine remaining lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil mixture until it has the thick consistency of molasses, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Broil fish until tomatoes are charred, about 5 minutes. Remove from oven and discard liquid. Pour balsamic reduction on top of fish.
  • Nutrition

    292 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 62mg
    • Sodium: 206mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 37g
    • Vitamin C: 58mg
    • Calcium: 157mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1117mg