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air fryer lemon garlic tilapia recipe

Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Tilapia Recipe – Quick & Delicious Dinner

I’m excited to share my easy Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Tilapia recipe. Juicy fish with zesty flavors. Try it for your next meal!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 tilapia fillets (about 1 lb or 450 g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Coat each tilapia fillet with the marinade and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
  4. Place the marinated fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the fillets.
  • Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg

Keywords: air fryer, tilapia, lemon garlic, quick dinner, healthy recipe