Sheet-Pan Chili-Lime Tilapia with Veggies
A light, healthy, and zesty tilapia dish roasted to perfection with bell peppers and zucchini, seasoned with citrus and spices. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 portions 1x
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Modern American
Ingredients
4 tilapia fillets
2 bell peppers, sliced
1 medium zucchini, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
2 limes, juiced
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F
Arrange vegetables on a sheet pan
Season vegetables with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper
Place tilapia fillets on top of vegetables
Bake for 12-15 minutes until fish is flaky
Garnish with lime juice and chopped cilantro
Notes
Mix red and yellow bell peppers for vibrant color
Uniform vegetable slices ensure even cooking
Use extra virgin olive oil for richer flavor
Check tilapia fillets for bones before serving
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg