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Quick Zesty Herb Tilapia

This quick zesty herb tilapia recipe is simple, flavorful, really quick, and a perfect way to enjoy a seafood dinner. Flakey cooked tilapia is topped with lemon herb butter and served on a bed of quinoa flavored with the same butter. It’s a main and side that take 15 minutes start to finish, giving you more time to unwind and enjoy!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 110 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces tilapia fillets
  • 1/4 tsp . salt
  • 1/4 tsp . pepper
  • 1 Tbsp .extra virgin olive oil
  • Lemon Herb Butter Ingredients
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 Tbsp . fresh parsley , minced
  • 1 Tbsp .fresh basil , minced
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 Pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper
  • Zest of 1 lemon