Lemon Pepper Tilapia
This lemon pepper tilapia recipe is a quick, easy, and flavorful gluten-free weeknight dinner. The bright citrus and peppery spice perfectly complement the mild flavor of the tilapia, creating a dish that's both delicious and healthy.
30 min
Total Time
4
Servings
easy
Difficulty
10 min
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
Ingredients
- 4 Tilapia fillets
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Lemon slices
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- 2
In a shallow dish, whisk together gluten-free flour, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Dredge each tilapia fillet in the flour mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 4
Place the coated tilapia fillets in the prepared baking dish.
- 5
Drizzle the lemon juice and olive oil evenly over the tilapia fillets.
- 6
Top each fillet with a lemon slice.
- 7
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tilapia is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
- 8
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Tips & Notes
- •For extra flavor, marinate the tilapia in lemon juice and olive oil for 15-20 minutes before dredging.
- •If you don't have gluten-free flour, you can use cornstarch or arrowroot powder as a substitute.
- •Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, or quinoa for a complete meal.
Recipe Variations
- →Try adding different herbs for variety.
- →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.