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Air Fryer Tilapia

Easy Air Fryer Tilapia with Zesty Lemon Butter Bliss

This Easy Air Fryer Tilapia is a quick, gluten-free dish that transforms mild, flaky fish into a delightful weeknight meal in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Seafood
Cuisine American
Servings 4 fillets
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

For the Fish

  • 4 fillets Tilapia Mild-flavored fish, can substitute with cod or haddock
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds warmth; use regular paprika for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Use cayenne for added spiciness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic (ground) Ground garlic contributes aromatic depth

For the Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil for lighter option
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic heightens flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed enhances freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Substitute with cilantro if desired

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) and spray the basket with cooking spray.
  • Pat the tilapia fillets dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and ground garlic.
  • Place the fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, spray tops with cooking spray, and cook for 7 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped parsley to make the lemon butter sauce.
  • Check the tilapia for doneness after 7 minutes; it should be opaque and flaky. Cook an extra minute if needed.
  • Transfer the cooked tilapia to a platter, brush with lemon butter sauce, and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, always pat the fillets dry before seasoning. Fresh ingredients significantly enhance flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 23gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Air Fryer Tilapia, easy recipe, Healthy Option, low-carb, quick dinner, Zesty Lemon Butter
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