Lemon Herb Tilapia with Asparagus (Print)

Flaky lemon-herb tilapia with crisp steamed asparagus makes a light, healthy dinner ready in 25 minutes.

# Ingredients:

→ Fish & Marinade

01 - 2 tilapia fillets, about 5.3 oz each
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
05 - 1 garlic clove, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped or 0.5 teaspoon dried dill
08 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
09 - 0.125 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables

10 - 8.8 oz asparagus, trimmed
11 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
12 - Pinch of salt
13 - Pinch of black pepper

→ Garnish

14 - Lemon wedges
15 - Extra chopped parsley

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper to create the herb marinade.
02 - Pat tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and place on the prepared baking sheet. Brush both sides generously with the lemon-herb mixture.
03 - Bake fillets for 12 to 15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches opaque doneness throughout.
04 - While fish bakes, bring a pot of water to a boil and set a steamer basket on top. Add trimmed asparagus, cover, and steam for 4 to 5 minutes until tender and bright green.
05 - Transfer steamed asparagus to a serving plate and toss with 1 teaspoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper.
06 - Arrange tilapia fillets alongside the asparagus on individual plates. Garnish with lemon wedges and extra parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it diet-friendly.
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish.
  • Vibrant flavors from fresh dill, parsley, and lemon zest.
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
02 -
  • Don't overcook the asparagus; it should be bright green and tender-crisp.
  • If using dried dill, use only half the amount as it is more potent than fresh.
  • Double-check ingredient labels if using pre-made spice blends to ensure the meal remains gluten-free and dairy-free.
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