Parmesan Crusted Tilapia: Indulgent Flavor with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
A delightful dish that combines the richness of Parmesan cheese with the vibrant flavor of roasted red pepper sauce, creating an indulgent experience for any seafood lover.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 4 fillets tilapia
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, blended into a sauce
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each tilapia fillet in the mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear each fillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Transfer the fillets to a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
- While tilapia is baking, prepare the roasted red pepper sauce by blending roasted red peppers until smooth.
- Serve the tilapia topped with the roasted red pepper sauce.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a light salad.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Parmesan Crusted Tilapia, Roasted Red Pepper Sauce, seafood recipe