Best 5 Baked Tilapia Old Bay Recipes
Feast your taste buds on a delightful culinary journey with our oven-baked tilapia seasoned with Old Bay, a zesty blend of herbs and spices. This simple yet flavorful dish is a perfect weeknight dinner option, ready in under 30 minutes. Experience the crispy skin and tender, flaky flesh of the tilapia, infused with the vibrant flavors of Old Bay. We offer three variations to tantalize your palate: classic Old Bay, a spicy kick with cayenne pepper, and a refreshing lemon-herb twist. Each recipe is accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions and a list of readily available ingredients. Get ready to indulge in a delicious and satisfying meal that will make you crave more.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
LEMON BUTTER BAKED TILAPIA RECIPE
This easy oven baked tilapia recipe makes a healthy dinner in only 20 minutes. Lemon butter tilapia needs just 5 simple ingredients!
Provided by Maya Krampf
Categories Main Course
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C).
- Cut the lemon in half. Juice and zest one half (you should get about 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest). Slice the other half into thin slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 kcal, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Protein 34.4 g, Fat 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 115.5 mg, Sodium 772 mg, Fiber 0.1 g, Sugar 0.2 g, UnsaturatedFat 4.9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY BAKED TILAPIA
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees F). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Place the tilapia fillets in the bottom of the baking dish and dot with butter. Season with Old Bay seasoning and garlic salt. Top each one with a slice or two of lemon. Arrange the frozen mixed vegetables around the fish, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Cover the dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until vegetables are tender and fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 354.3 mg
OLD BAY® TILAPIA WITH BROCCOLI
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a shallow baking dish.
- Place tilapia fillets in the prepared baking dish. Cut butter into 6 pieces and place 1 on top of each fillet. Season fillets with seafood seasoning and garlic salt and squirt a little lemon juice over each one. Arrange broccoli around the fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven until fish is flaky and white all the way through and broccoli is blanched but still a little crunchy, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 779.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
BAKED TILAPIA
I've decided to cook healthier for my family, and that includes having more fish at home. After looking at easy tilapia recipes I decided to try baked tilapia. I love that it's fast, too! -Hope Stewart, Raleigh, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place tilapia in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the butter, lemon juice, garlic powder and salt; pour over the fillets. Sprinkle with capers, oregano and paprika., Bake, uncovered, at 425° until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein.
CRUNCHY OVEN-BAKED TILAPIA
This baked tilapia is perfectly crunchy. Dip it in the fresh lime mayo for a burst of bright citrus flavor. -Leslie Palmer, Swampscott, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place fillets on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice and zest, salt, onion powder and pepper. Spread mayonnaise mixture over fish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs; spritz with cooking spray., Bake until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 401mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Select the freshest tilapia fillets: Look for fillets that are firm to the touch, have a mild fishy smell, and are free of any discoloration.
- Use Old Bay seasoning generously: This flavorful blend of spices adds a delicious savory and slightly spicy flavor to the tilapia.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet: Make sure to leave some space between the tilapia fillets so that they cook evenly.
- Bake until the tilapia is cooked through: Use a fork to gently flake the fish; it should be opaque and cooked through with no translucent parts.
- Serve with your favorite sides: Baked tilapia pairs well with various sides such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.
Conclusion:
Baked tilapia with Old Bay seasoning is an incredibly easy and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. With its crispy golden crust and tender, flaky interior, this baked tilapia is sure to be a hit. Experiment with different sides and accompaniments to create a complete and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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