Parmesan Crusted Tilapia and Green Beans that Wow!
A delicious and healthy dish featuring tilapia fillets coated in a crispy Parmesan crust, served alongside fresh green beans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the tilapia fillets with olive oil and coat them with the Parmesan mixture.
- Place the coated tilapia on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
- While the fish is baking, steam the green beans until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Toss the green beans with lemon juice, salt, and pepper before serving.
- Serve the Parmesan crusted tilapia with the green beans on the side.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs like parsley or basil to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Make sure not to overcook the tilapia to keep it moist.
- This dish pairs well with a side of rice or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with green beans
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg