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Quick Honey Garlic Baked Tilapia

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A quick and easy baked tilapia recipe with a sweet honey garlic glaze, fresh lemon, and dill, perfect for healthy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tilapia fillets (6 oz / 170 g each), fresh or thawed frozen
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw or organic recommended)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: lemon slices and extra dill sprigs

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth and glossy.
  3. Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels.
  4. Place the fillets in a single layer in a baking dish.
  5. Pour the honey garlic marinade evenly over the fish, spooning or brushing to coat each piece well.
  6. Sprinkle the chopped fresh dill over the top.
  7. Bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Optional: Broil for the last 2 minutes for a caramelized finish, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes.
  10. Serve with lemon slices and extra dill garnish.

Notes

Patting the fish dry helps the marinade stick better. Watch carefully if broiling to prevent honey from burning. Let the fish rest after baking to keep it moist. You can substitute fresh dill with parsley, basil, or tarragon. Adjust baking time for thicker or thinner fillets. The recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.

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