Lemon Herb Tilapia Asparagus (Print Version)

Flaky tilapia with fresh herbs and lemon alongside crisp steamed asparagus in a light, healthy dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fish & Marinade

01 - 2 tilapia fillets (about 5.3 oz each)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
05 - 1 garlic clove, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped or 0.5 teaspoon dried dill
08 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
09 - 0.125 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables

10 - 8.8 oz asparagus, trimmed
11 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
12 - Pinch of salt
13 - Pinch of black pepper

→ Garnish

14 - Lemon wedges
15 - Extra chopped parsley

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper until well blended.
03 - Pat tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and place on prepared baking sheet. Brush both sides generously with lemon-herb mixture.
04 - Bake tilapia for 12 to 15 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
05 - While fish bakes, bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and place steamer basket on top. Add trimmed asparagus, cover, and steam for 4 to 5 minutes until tender and bright green.
06 - Transfer steamed asparagus to a serving dish and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
07 - Arrange tilapia fillets alongside asparagus on serving plates. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish
  • Light and nutritious with only 215 calories per serving
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free
  • Perfect for weight management with high protein and low carbs
  • Fresh, clean flavors that don't rely on heavy sauces
02 -
  • For the most flavorful dish, zest the lemon before juicing it
  • If using frozen tilapia, thaw completely and pat very dry before adding the herb mixture
  • Snap the woody ends off asparagus by bending until they break naturally
  • For meal prep, you can make the herb mixture a day ahead and store in the refrigerator
  • The entire dish reheats well in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes
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