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Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce

Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce: A Flavorful Mediterranean Delight

Discover the delicious taste of Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce, a quick Mediterranean dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Tilapia fresh is best, but frozen works too.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil ideal for roasting and cooking.
For the Roasted Pepper Sauce
  • 2 cups Red Bell Peppers adds smoky sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh enhances the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice brightens the flavors.
  • to taste Salt essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • blender
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the red bell peppers into strips and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
  3. Transfer roasted peppers to a blender and add minced garlic and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pat the tilapia fillets dry, place them in the skillet, and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Pour the roasted pepper sauce over the cooked tilapia and simmer for 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It can be used for pasta or grilled veggies.

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