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Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce

Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce: A Quick, Flavorful Delight

Discover Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce, a healthy and gluten-free weeknight dinner that impresses with vibrant flavors and easy preparation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Tilapia Mild, flaky texture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Roasted Red Peppers Can use jarred for convenience
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh preferred
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 1 handful Fresh Herbs Parsley or basil optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by combining roasted red peppers and garlic in a food processor, blending until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season tilapia fillets with salt and pepper before placing in the skillet. Cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Gently pour the roasted pepper sauce over the fish in the skillet and simmer together for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Plate the tilapia fillets, drizzling with sauce and garnishing with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fillet with sauceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze fish and sauce separately for up to 2 months.

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