Best 3 Tilapia With Balsamic Butter Sauce Thyme Mashed Potatoes And Sugar Snap Peas Recipes

Indulge in a delectable culinary experience with our tantalizing Tilapia with Balsamic Butter Sauce, complemented by velvety Thyme Mashed Potatoes and vibrant Sugar Snap Peas. The tilapia, a mild and flaky white fish, is expertly pan-seared until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. It is then enveloped in a luscious balsamic butter sauce, a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors that elevate the fish to new heights. Alongside the tilapia, fluffy thyme mashed potatoes provide a comforting and flavorful base, infused with the aromatic essence of fresh thyme. Completing the trio are vibrant sugar snap peas, sautéed to perfection, adding a delightful crunch and sweetness to the dish. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TILAPIA PICCATA WITH SNAP PEAS

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Provided by Marge Perry

Categories Quick & Easy Mother's Day Backyard BBQ Dinner Lunch Seafood Tilapia Grill Grill/Barbecue Healthy Sugar Snap Pea Self Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

Vegetable oil cooking spray
4 U.S.-farmed tilapia fillets (5 ounces each)
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
4 teaspoons capers
12 ounces snap peas
1 pound red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces
1 cup white wine, divided
1 lemon, cut into 4 wedges

Steps:

Heat grill. Fold four 18-inch-long pieces of foil in half; unfold and coat inside with cooking spray. Season tilapia with 1/2 teaspoon salt; place 1 fillet in center of 1 half of each piece of foil. Sprinkle each fillet with 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1 teaspoon capers. Toss snap peas with potatoes and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; divide evenly among packets. Dot each fillet with 1 tablespoon butter. Fold foil to close and crimp 2 sides of each packet, leaving 1 side open; pour 1/4 cup wine into each packet. Crimp third side of packets to seal; place on grill; close lid; cook until packets are fully puffed, 12 minutes. Carefully cut foil to open. Serve with lemon wedges.

BALSAMIC BAKED TILAPIA

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Tilapia fillets are topped with onions, red peppers and crumbled blue cheese.

Provided by Will Wohler

Categories Seafood Fish Tilapia

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, halved and sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper to taste
2 (8 ounce) fillets tilapia fillets
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
4 cups mixed salad greens

Steps:

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook onion and red pepper in the oil until onion is tender and golden, and peppers are slightly soft, about 10 minutes. Stir balsamic vinegar into the vegetables; season with salt and pepper.
Rub tilapia filets with 2 teaspoons olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Place fillets in a small baking dish, and top with the balsamic onion mixture. Sprinkle fish evenly with blue cheese.
Bake in preheated oven until fish flakes easily. Serve atop salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 66.9 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 540.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

TILAPIA WITH BALSAMIC BUTTER SAUCE

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Make and share this Tilapia With Balsamic Butter Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CountryLady

Categories Tilapia

Time 11m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 (4 -5 ounce) tilapia fillets
1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled

Steps:

Simmer vinegar and garlic in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat until reduced to a thick syrup, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over high heat and season fish with salt & pepper; saute until golden, about 2 minutes per side.
Cut butter into 1/2 inch cubes and whisk into saucepan one piece at a time.
Serve fish drizzled with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.1, Fat 19.5, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 97.4, Sodium 61.2, Carbohydrate 0.2, Protein 23

Tips:

For the tastiest tilapia, look for fillets that are firm and white, with no signs of browning or bruising.
To achieve a crispy skin on the tilapia, pat the fillets dry before cooking and sear them in a hot skillet with a little oil.
The balsamic butter sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can also be used to dress grilled vegetables or roasted chicken.
To make the thyme mashed potatoes extra creamy, use Yukon Gold potatoes and plenty of butter and milk.
Sugar snap peas are a healthy and flavorful addition to any meal. They can be steamed, roasted, or stir-fried.

Conclusion:

This recipe for tilapia with balsamic butter sauce, thyme mashed potatoes, and sugar snap peas is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The tilapia is cooked to perfection and the balsamic butter sauce is rich and flavorful. The thyme mashed potatoes are creamy and comforting, and the sugar snap peas add a pop of color and sweetness. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.