Best 8 Chili Rubbed Tilapia With Asparagus And Lemon Recipes

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Tilapia, a mild-flavored fish, pairs perfectly with bold flavors. This chili rub gives the tilapia a spicy kick, while the asparagus and lemon add a touch of brightness and freshness. The result is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.

This recipe is also incredibly easy to make. Simply rub the tilapia with the chili mixture, roast it in the oven, and serve it with the roasted asparagus and lemon wedges. The entire dish can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes recipes for a variety of delicious side dishes that would pair well with the chili-rubbed tilapia. These side dishes include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, and a simple green salad. With so many options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect meal to satisfy your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHILI-RUBBED TILAPIA WITH ASPARAGUS & LEMON



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Tilapia, a relatively plentiful fish, has the unfortunate reputation of being dull. All it needs is a spice rub, a familiar barbecuing technique that works just as well indoors. You could also use this rub on chicken breasts or toss it with lightly oiled shrimp before cooking.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Tilapia Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic, powder
½ teaspoon salt, divided
1 pound tilapia, Pacific sole or other firm white fish fillets
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Put asparagus in a steamer basket, place in the pan, cover and steam until tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a large plate, spreading out to cool.
  • Combine chili powder, garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt on a plate. Dredge fillets in the spice mixture to coat. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish and cook until just opaque in the center, gently turning halfway, 5 to 7 minutes total. Divide among 4 plates. Immediately add lemon juice, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and asparagus to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, until the asparagus is coated and heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve the asparagus with the fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 56.7 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 468.5 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

CHILI-RUBBED TILAPIA WITH ASPARAGUS & LEMON



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Make and share this Chili-Rubbed Tilapia With Asparagus & Lemon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by WendyMaq

Categories     Tilapia

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb tilapia fillet
2 lbs asparagus, cut in 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring 1 inch of water to boil in a large saucepan. Put asparagus in a steamer basket, place in the pan, cover, and steam until tender crisp. (about 4 minutes).
  • Transfer to large plate, spreading out to cool.
  • Combine chili powder, garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp salt on a plate. Dredge fillets in the spice mixture to coat.
  • Heat oil in large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish and cook until just opague in the center, turning gently halfway. (5 - 7 minutes total.).
  • Divide among 4 plates.
  • Immediately add lemon juice, remaining 1/4 tsp salt, and asparagus to the skillet. Stir constantly until asparagus is heated through. (1 to 2 minutes). Serve asparagus with the fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.4, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 56.8, Sodium 419.7, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 3.6, Protein 28.8

SEARED TILAPIA WITH ASPARAGUS AND SPICY MINT GREMOLATA



Seared Tilapia with Asparagus and Spicy Mint Gremolata image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds thin, tender asparagus, trimmed
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped mint leaves
1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Pinch red pepper flakes
2 tilapia fillets (about 1 pound total), halved
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus 4 teaspoons oil for drizzling

Steps:

  • 1. Put a steamer basket in a large pot over 1-inch of boiling salted water. Add the asparagus; cover and steam until it is crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • 2. In a small dish, stir together the mint, garlic, lemon zest and pepper flakes.
  • 3. Brush the tilapia with 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper to taste. Add 2 tilapia fillets to hot pan; cook, turning once, until opaque throughout, 5 to 7 minutes total. Transfer to plates. Repeat with remaining tilapia.
  • 4. Serve the tilapia with the asparagus; garnish with gremolata mixture. Drizzle the asparagus and fish with olive oil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 10.5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 57 milligrams, Sodium 184 milligrams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 28 grams

CHILI-RUBBED TILAPIA WITH ASPARAGUS AND LEMON



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Provided by kramirez

Categories     Main Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds Asparagus tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons Chili powder
1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Salt divided
1 pound Tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons Lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Put asparagus in a steam basket, place in the pan, cover and steam until tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a large plate, spreading out to cool. 2. Combine chili powder, garlic powder and ? teaspoon salt on a plate. Dredge fillets in the spice mixture to coat. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish and cook until just opaque in the center, gently turning halfway, 5 to 7 minutes total. Divide among 4 plates. Immediately add lemon juice, the remaining ? teaspoon salt and asparagus to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, until the asparagus is coated and heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve the asparagus with the fish. Calories: 245 kcal Carbohydrates: 13 g Dietary Fiber: 6 g Fat: 9 g Protein: 29 g Sugars: 5 g

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 4.54105 g, Carbohydrate 13.5376125015793 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fiber 6.3626998162331 g, Protein 28.1235900000695 g, SaturatedFat 1.3035195 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (366g), Sodium 102.793500000183 mg, Sugar 7.17491268534619 g, TransFat 0.00457750000000012 g

LEMON-GARLIC TILAPIA WITH SPINACH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 5-ounce tilapia fillets
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon, plus wedges for serving
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 5-ounce package baby spinach (about 8 cups)

Steps:

  • Pat the tilapia dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Spread the flour on a plate; dredge the tilapia in the flour, tapping off the excess. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tilapia and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate; tent with foil to keep warm. Wipe out the skillet.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until it starts browning, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth, wine, and lemon zest and juice. Increase the heat to high, bring to a boil and cook until the liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Add the butter and whisk until slightly thickened, about 1 minute; stir in the parsley.
  • Meanwhile, toss the spinach with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a few grinds of pepper. Divide among plates, top with the fish and drizzle with some pan sauce. Serve with lemon wedges.

CHILI RUBBED TILAPIA



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Categories     Fish

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs asparagus
2 tbl spoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb tilapia
2 tbl spoon olive oil
3 tbl spoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring 1 inch of water to boil, Stteam asparagus for 4 minutes. Combine chili powder, garlic powder and salt on plate. Dredge fillets in spice mixture to coat. Heat oil high heat, turn when ready (total 5-7 minutes). Remove when done. Add lemon juice, salt and asparagus to pan and cook (2 minutes)

CHILI RUBBED TILAPIA WITH MANGO SALSA



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Clipped from the local paper, this was adapted from "Fine Cooking Fresh" by the editors of Fine Cooking magazine. Leftovers, if any, can be used for fish tacos. This healthy but tasty entree is an excellent source of fiber with 12 grams per serving.

Provided by Epi Curious

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 30m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
3 roma tomatoes, washed, diced
1 mango, ripe, seed removed, peeled and diced
1/2 cup red onion, diced
1 avocado, halved, pitted and diced
3 tablespoons lime juice (fresh)
1/4 cup canola oil, divided
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped (fresh)
fresh ground black pepper
2 teaspoons dried ancho chile powder (or favorite chili powder)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano (preferably Mexican)
sea salt
16 ounces tilapia fillets (4 skinless fillets)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Place a heat-proof platter on the middle rack of the oven.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the beans, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, lime juice, 2 tablespoons canola oil, cilantro and black pepper; toss gently. Let the salsa sit at room temperature while you cook the fish.
  • In a small bowl, mix 1/4 teaspoon black pepper with the chili powder, cumin, oregano and about 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste). Rub both sides of the tilapia fillets with the mixture.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons canola oil over medium-high heat until hot. Working in batches, cook two of the tilapia fillets until lightly browned and the flesh is opaque and cooked through, about 2 minutes on each side. Transfer the fish to the platter in the oven to keep warm while you cook the remaining two fillets. Transfer the fillets to the platter and spoon half of the salsa on top. Serve with the remaining salsa on the side.
  • For fish tacos: Place the fish in warmed, soft flour tortillas. Top with finely shredded cabbage or lettuce and leftover salsa. A basic tartar sauce blends well with this fish, or you can mix chili powder with reduced-fat mayonnaise. Place a dollop on the fish.

TILAPIA & LEMON SAUCE



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Serve this lemon tilapia with any tossed salad full of your favorite vegetables and buttered bread. It's easy, quick and unique. And it's a big hit with company, too. -Susan Taul, Birmingham, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon salt
4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons butter, divided
1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
2 cups hot cooked rice
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine 1/4 cup flour and salt. Dip fillets in flour mixture. , In a large nonstick skillet, cook fillets in 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat until fish just begins to flake with a fork, 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 teaspoons butter. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon flour until smooth; gradually whisk in broth, wine and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in parsley. Serve fish and sauce with rice; garnish with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 593mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To ensure the tilapia is evenly coated in the chili rub, pat it dry with paper towels before applying the rub.
  • If you don't have chili powder, you can substitute a mixture of paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when searing the tilapia. If the pan is too crowded, the fish will steam instead of sear.
  • To prevent the asparagus from becoming overcooked, cook it just until it is tender-crisp.
  • Serve the tilapia and asparagus immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

This chili-rubbed tilapia with asparagus and lemon is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The rub gives the fish a slightly spicy and smoky flavor, while the asparagus and lemon add a refreshing brightness. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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