Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce: A Family-Friendly Fave

Discover the deliciousness of Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce, a quick, gluten-free dish perfect for impressing family and friends.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Tilapia

4 fillets Tilapia can substitute with cod or haddock
2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Pepper adjust to taste

For the Roasted Pepper Sauce

2 large Red Bell Peppers can use yellow or orange peppers
2 cloves Garlic use fresh for best flavor
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice can substitute with white vinegar

Equipment

Oven
Skillet
blender
Baking sheet
parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and slice the red bell peppers into large strips. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for about 20 minutes.
Combine warm roasted peppers, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a blender. Blend until smooth.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season tilapia fillets with salt and pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side.
Pour the roasted pepper sauce over the cooked tilapia fillets and simmer for 1-2 minutes. Plate and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This dish can be enjoyed with a side of Mediterranean quinoa salad or creamy risotto. Experimenting with different color bell peppers can enhance the flavor profile.

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