Lemon Garlic Tilapia
Ingredients

  • 2 tilapia fillets (about 4 oz each) – 0 points
  • 1 tsp olive oil – 1 point
  • 1 garlic clove, minced – 0 points
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced and zested – 0 points
  • Salt and pepper, to taste – 0 points
  • 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional) – 0 points

Directions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare Marinade: In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  3. Marinate Tilapia: Place the tilapia fillets in a shallow baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Pour the marinade over the fillets, turning to coat evenly.
  4. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a low-point meal.

Tips

  • Add Spice: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a slight kick.
  • Other Herbs: Substitute parsley with dill or cilantro if preferred.

Benefits

This tilapia recipe is rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, and the lemon and garlic provide an antioxidant boost, making it a healthy, satisfying, low-point option.

Enjoy your Lemon Garlic Tilapia!

Ingredients

  • 2 tilapia fillets (about 4 oz each) – 0 points
  • 1 tsp olive oil – 1 point
  • 1 garlic clove, minced – 0 points
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced and zested – 0 points
  • Salt and pepper, to taste – 0 points
  • 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional) – 0 points

Directions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare Marinade: In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  3. Marinate Tilapia: Place the tilapia fillets in a shallow baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Pour the marinade over the fillets, turning to coat evenly.
  4. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a low-point meal.

Tips

  • Add Spice: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a slight kick.
  • Other Herbs: Substitute parsley with dill or cilantro if preferred.

Benefits

This tilapia recipe is rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, and the lemon and garlic provide an antioxidant boost, making it a healthy, satisfying, low-point option.

Enjoy your Lemon Garlic Tilapia!