Garlic Herb Tilapia Zucchini (Print Version)

Tender tilapia paired with zucchini and cherry tomatoes, seasoned with garlic and fresh herbs for a wholesome meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Seafood

01 - 4 tilapia fillets (5-6 oz each), patted dry

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
03 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Marinade & Seasonings

05 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - Zest of 1 lemon
13 - Juice of 1/2 lemon

→ Garnish

14 - Lemon wedges
15 - Extra chopped parsley

# Recipe Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, fresh parsley, fresh basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
03 - Place zucchini slices, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with half the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Spread vegetables in a single layer, leaving space for the fish.
04 - Arrange tilapia fillets on the pan among the vegetables. Spoon the remaining marinade evenly over each fillet.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender.
06 - Remove from oven and garnish with lemon wedges and extra fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The whole thing fits on one pan, which means one pan to wash and actual time to relax after dinner.
  • Tilapia is so forgiving that even if your oven runs hot or cool, the fish comes out tender and flaky every single time.
  • It tastes elegant enough to serve guests but casual enough to throw together on a random Tuesday without any stress.
02 -
  • Pattting the fish completely dry is non-negotiable—wet fish won't brown and will cook unevenly, turning rubbery instead of tender.
  • Don't skip the lemon because even just half the juice makes the difference between a good dish and one that tastes like you actually know what you're doing.
03 -
  • Arrange everything on the sheet pan before you apply the marinade so you're not fumbling and stressing once the fish is involved.
  • Let the pan sit at room temperature for five minutes after removing it from the oven so the fish stays moist and the flavors settle.
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