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Lemon Herb Tilapia baked with fresh lemon, garlic, parsley and dill, served with roasted baby potatoes, asparagus and broccoli on a white ceramic plate.

Lemon Herb Tilapia

Lemon Herb Tilapia is a quick and healthy fish recipe made with tender tilapia fillets, fresh lemon, garlic and fragrant herbs. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy baked dinner delivers light, fresh flavours with perfectly flaky fish, making it ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep or a wholesome family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired, American-inspired
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Optional: ½ tsp paprika
  • Lemon slices for serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Digital meat thermometer recommended
  • Fish slice or wide spatula
  • Pastry brush optional
  • Microplane or fine grater for lemon zest
  • Citrus juicer or lemon squeezer
  • Chopping Board and Sharp Knife
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Small whisk or spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking paper optional
  • Baking tray

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan).
  2. Pat the tilapia fillets dry and place them on a lined baking tray.
  3. Mix the olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, herbs and seasonings.
  4. Brush the mixture evenly over the fillets.
  5. Top each fillet with a lemon slice.
  6. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily and reaches 63°C internally.
  7. Rest for 2–3 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Fresh herbs produce the brightest taste.
  • Avoid overcooking, as tilapia cooks quickly.
  • Pat the fish dry before seasoning.
  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice whenever possible.
  • Check the fish two minutes before the recommended cooking time.