Air Fryer Tilapia with Fresh Lemon Pepper

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Cook tilapia in an air fryer with fresh lemon pepper to kick up the flavor. Although this fish is low carb and light, you won't be sacrificing flavor.

Submitted by lutzflcat
Updated on November 18, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 tilapia fillets
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets

  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 ½ teaspoons coarsely ground black peppercorns

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 pinch paprika, or to taste

  • cooking spray

  • 1 sprig parsley, chopped, or more to taste

  • 4 wedges lemon

Directions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 3 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, rinse tilapia fillets and pat dry with a paper towel.

  3. Mix together lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, pepper, and salt in a small bowl until well combined. Rub over tops of fillets, then sprinkle lightly with paprika. Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange fillets evenly in the basket, spice-side up. Do not crowd; if needed, cook in batches.

  4. Cook in the preheated air fryer until fish flakes easily with a fork, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove fillets to a plate and garnish with parsley. Serve with lemon wedges.

Recipe Tip

Cook time will depend on the thickness of your fillets and the type of air fryer used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

239 Calories
9g Fat
3g Carbs
35g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 239
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 62mg 21%
Sodium 372mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 2g 5%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 35g 70%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 81mg 6%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 767mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.