Refreshing Lemon-Infused Tilapia with Herb and Citrus Vinaigrette
Course: Seafood Main Dish
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Zest of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon honey (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with non-stick aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
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In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley, 2 tablespoons of chopped basil, 2 tablespoons of chopped dill, the zest of one lemon, and 2 tablespoons of chopped mint.
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Place the tilapia fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Coat each fillet evenly with the herb and lemon mixture.
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Brush the top of each tilapia fillet with the remaining olive oil.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the fins start to separate and the fish is opaque and flaky.
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While the tilapia is baking, prepare the vinaigrette. In a bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon of honey (optional), and salt and pepper to taste.
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Once the tilapia is done, transfer the fillets to a serving platter. Drizzle the herb and citrus vinaigrette over the top of each fillet.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing combination of lemon-infused tilapia and herb and citrus vinaigrette.
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