A sheet pan topped with aluminum foil, tilapia filets, capers, and lemon slices.

Baked Tilapia with Lemon & Capers

This tart, tangy lemon-caper sauce is the perfect companion for a delicate tilapia filet. The best part of this recipe, it only takes 25 minutes to make, from beginning to end.
Tilapia’s flavor profile is simple. The delicate flakiness of the fish and mild taste is just right for a tangy lemon and caper glaze. Salty capers and a generous serving of roasted garlic transport you to the coastal Mediterranean town of your vacation fantasy. It’s simple and perfect.

Added to a basic salad drizzled with Frulla California Blend Extra Virgin Olive Oil (or try our Lemon Infused Olive Oil for extra tartness) and a pinch of salt and pepper, this dish is a healthy, flavorful lunch. For dinner, dress it up and serve over wilted greens or steamed vegetables.

Baked Tilapia with Lemon & Capers Recipe

By Jerry Halwill
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound tilapia filet
  • 2 lemons, 1 juiced and zested, 1 thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Frulla olive oil (we recommend our Delicate or California blends)
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 teaspoon capers
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Start by preheating your oven to 375°F. Lay tin foil at the bottom of a baking pan.
  • Rinse the tilapia under cool water, pat dry, season it with salt and pepper, and place each filet on top of lemon slices in the pan.
  • Next, whisk lemon juice, Frulla Delicate Extra Virgin Olive Oil, garlic, and capers. Spread ½ of the mixture over the filets.
  • Then, place the pan in the oven. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until fish flakes easily.
  • Finally, serve right away. Don’t forget to top with unused lemon and olive oil dressing. Sprinkle with capers and lemon zest.

Referenced products

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil - California Estate Blend
    Extra Virgin Olive Oil - California Estate Blend
    Extra Virgin Olive Oil - California Estate Blend

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil - California Estate Blend
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Delicate Blend
    Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Delicate Blend
    Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Delicate Blend

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Delicate Blend
  • Lemon Infused Olive Oil

    Lemon Infused Olive Oil
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