Quick & Easy Oven-grilled Tilapia | Baked Tilapia | Tilapia Dinner Recipe|

tilapia fillets

🥗Healthier: cod fillets

💰Cheaper: catfish fillets

Cod is leaner, while catfish is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is budget-friendly.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth, while cayenne is more affordable.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels.

Drizzle olive oil over the fillets, coating them evenly.

Squeeze lemon juice over the fillets.

Sprinkle minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper on top.

Place the fillets on a baking sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

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