Description
This Baked Tilapia with Lemon Feta recipe combines bright, fresh Mediterranean flavors with simple preparation. Featuring zesty lemon, tangy and creamy plant-based feta, and fresh herbs, it’s a light, nutritious, and satisfying seafood dish perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish and Cheese
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1/2 cup plant-based feta cheese, crumbled
Seasonings and Herbs
- Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Oils and Additional Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Fish: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel to ensure even baking and that seasonings stick well.
- Make the Lemon Herb Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, chopped parsley, and dill. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. This mixture will infuse the fish with bright, savory notes.
- Assemble and Bake: Lightly oil a baking dish and place the tilapia fillets inside. Pour the lemon herb mixture evenly over the fillets, coating them thoroughly. Sprinkle the crumbled plant-based feta cheese evenly on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, sprinkle additional fresh herbs on top and add thin lemon slices for a fresh presentation. Serve warm and enjoy the bright and creamy flavors.
Notes
- Use the freshest tilapia available for the best flavor and texture.
- Do not skip lemon zest as it adds an intense citrus aroma beyond lemon juice alone.
- Make sure the lemon herb mixture covers each fillet thoroughly so every bite is flavorful.
- If desired, add a natural gelling agent blended with the lemon mixture to keep a slightly thicker sauce.
- Watch baking time carefully as tilapia cooks quickly and can dry out if overbaked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: baked tilapia, lemon feta, plant-based feta, Mediterranean seafood, easy seafood recipe, healthy fish dish, lemon herb tilapia
