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    Home » Recipes » Seafood

    Lemon Pepper Tilapia {Low-carb, Gluten-Free}

    UPDATED Apr 13, 2020 · PUBLISHED Oct 22, 2018 BY Marjory Pilley · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Lemon Pepper Tilapia is low-carb and gluten-free. But, the very best thing about this delicious recipe is that it's ready in 15 minutes!

    Baked lemon pepper tilapia on plate with a lemon half and fork

    The unbeatable combination of lemon, butter, and garlic is not just for Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken, Shrimp...or even Zucchini Noodles. It's also a quick, easy way to prepare tilapia. It's safe to say this combination is a winner everywhere it goes.

    If you're a seafood lover, chances are you have some mild white fish in the freezer...which means you're minutes away from enjoying seafood recipes like this one or baked turbot fillets with mustard dill sauce.

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    • Ingredients
    • Is tilapia healthy?
    • What to serve with Baked Lemon Pepper Tilapia
    • More Fish Recipes
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    Ingredients

    Stay stocked with these ingredients and you'll always have lots of dinner options:

    • Butter - slice off thin pats of butter that will melt over the tilapia as it bakes.
    • Lemon juice - squeeze a fresh lemon or use fresh-squeezed from a bottle.
    • Garlic powder - gives this dish the garlic flavor.
    • Paprika - flavors the tilapia but also gives it a dash of color.
    • Lemon-pepper seasoning - there are lots of choices for this spice. Ideally, choose a product without added sugar and salt.
    • Salt - to taste!
    • Green onion - if you have some on hand, definitely use it! It adds a pop of color. The tilapia will still taste great if you leave the onions off!
    • Parsley - same deal with the parsley!

    This is a more or less recipe. While ingredient amounts are provided below, it's a matter of sprinkling the ingredients over the fish.

    I use my fingertips to get more even coverage when topping the fish with spices.

    Sprinkling spices on unbaked tilpia

    If you want to supercharge the lemon flavor in Baked Lemon Pepper Tilapia then zest the lemon and sprinkle it on top!

    Is tilapia healthy?

    There's a lot of press regarding whether it's healthy to eat tilapia and it frequently comes up on social media when a recipe includes this type of fish. The Truth About Tilapia by Berkeley Wellness discusses these concerns. Consume responsibility raised tilapia in moderation.

    The good news is that this recipe works well with any white fish. We've used it with turbot, halibut, haddock, and to make Lemony Baked Basa.

    Bite of Lemon Baked Tilapia on Fork

    What to serve with Baked Lemon Pepper Tilapia

    Quick and easy sides that take less than 15 minutes to make include:

    • Zucchini noodles 
    • Cauliflower Rice
    • Couscous
    • Wilted Spinach
    • Roasted green beans
    • Asparagus
    • Marinated tomatoes
    • Microwave corn on the cob
    • Salad
    • Pineapple Salsa

    Tip: Most of these sides can be seasoned with any or all of the ingredients used to make this recipe!

    If you have a little more time or plan ahead:

    • Rice
    • Risotto
    • Crock-pot mashed potatoes

    Lemon pepper tilapia can even become the base for another dish like fish tacos.

    Baked Lemon Pepper Tilapia on dish with lemon halves and fork

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    • Three Cajun catfish filets on a plate.
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    • Baked Corvina with lemon crust on plate with fork and lemon wedges.
      Baked Corvina Recipe with Lemon Pepper Crust
    • Blackened cod fish fillet on a plate with fork holding a bite to see white flaky flesh.
      Blackened Cod - Foolproof Recipe!

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    Baked lemon pepper tilapia on plate with a lemon half and fork

    Lemon Pepper Tilapia

    Easy Lemon Pepper Tilapia will become your new favorite 15 minutes recipe!
    4 from 3 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 188kcal
    Author: Marjory Pilley

    Ingredients

    • 16 ounces tilapia or other mild white fish 4 filets
    • 8 teaspoons butter
    • 4 Tablespoons lemon juice
    • ¼ teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon Paprika
    • Sea salt to taste
    • ¼ cup green onions sliced
    • 2 Tablespoons parsley chopped
    • Lemon wedges optional

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
    • Pat fish fillets dry and place in a baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
    • Pour lemon juice and melted butter over fish.
    • Sprinkle remaining ingredients over fish.
    • Bake uncovered for 10-12 minutes or until fish flakes with a fork.
    • Serve with lemon wedges, if using.

    Notes

    1. This can be made ahead and frozen in aluminum baking tins. Freeze for up to two months and defrost in refrigerator for 8-12 hours before serving.
    2. Quick and easy sides that take less than 15 minutes to make include:
    • Zucchini noodles 
    • Cauliflower Rice
    • Couscous
    • Wilted Spinach
    • Roasted green beans
    • Asparagus
    • Marinated tomatoes
    • Microwave corn on the cob
    • Salad
    • Pineapple Salsa
    Tip: Most of these sides can be seasoned with any or all of the ingredients used to make this recipe!
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 386mg | Vitamin A: 510IU | Vitamin C: 9.7mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.8mg
    Nutritional and Food Safety Disclaimer

    This recipe was originally published 10/22/2018. It was updated to improve the reader experience.

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    1. Taryn

      October 22, 2018 at 2:26 pm

      5 stars
      I love the flavor of lemon pepper. Thanks for a great recipe!

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    2. Shadi Hasanzadenemati

      October 22, 2018 at 3:05 pm

      5 stars
      Love an easy and delicious dinner recipe!

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    3. Linda Burns

      November 11, 2019 at 10:11 pm

      2 stars
      Boring, needed a whole lot more flavour.

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      • Marjory Pilley

        November 12, 2019 at 4:46 am

        So sorry you didn’t enjoy it! You can be very liberal with seasonings. On this one!

        Reply

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