Best 11 Baked Tilapia With Capers Recipes

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Baked tilapia with capers is a light and flaky fish dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This classic dish combines the delicate flavor of tilapia with the salty and tangy taste of capers. The capers add a briny, slightly acidic flavor that perfectly complements the mild fish. The dish is often seasoned with garlic, lemon, herbs, and sometimes other ingredients to give it a more complex flavor. Baked tilapia with capers can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or potatoes.

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MEDITERRANEAN BAKED TILAPIA RECIPE



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Moist and flaky tilapia fillets are beautifully seasoned with Mediterranean spices and herbs in this delicate and delicious recipe. Perfect for a light summer meal!

Provided by Wendy

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb tilapia fillets (about 8 fillets)
1 tsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
2 shallots (finely chopped)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 cup capers
1/4 cup dill (fresh, finely chopped)
lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
Salt and Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375, and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Mist with cooking spray, spread fish fillets evenly on baking sheet.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cumin, paprika, salt and pepper. On both sides, season fish fillets with the spice mixture.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, lemon juice, shallots, and garlic, and brush evenly over fish fillets. Top with the capers.
  • Bake in the oven for about 10-15 minutes, making sure not to overcook. Remove from oven and top with fresh dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.69 kcal, Protein 26.11 g, Fat 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.77 g, Carbohydrate 12.28 g, TransFat 0.12 g, Cholesterol 64.23 mg, Sodium 390.96 mg, Fiber 4.26 g, Sugar 1.15 g, UnsaturatedFat 4.45 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TILAPIA WITH LEMON CAPER SAUCE



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My husband and I are always trying to increase the amount of fish in our diet. This recipe is fast, easy and enjoyable, even for non-fish lovers. -Catherine Jensen, Blytheville, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon drained capers
Lemon wedges, optional
Hot cooked pasta, optional

Steps:

  • Sprinkle tilapia with salt and pepper. Dust lightly with flour., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add tilapia; cook until lightly browned and fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 3-5 minutes per side. Remove from pan; keep warm., Add broth, lemon juice, butter and capers to same skillet; cook and stir until mixture is reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Spoon over tilapia. If desired, serve with pasta and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 500mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON CAPER TILAPIA



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Delicate tilapia is baked with a lemon-caper sauce and ready in about 25 minutes, start to finish.

Provided by Sarah Walker Caron

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb tilapia
1 lemon, juiced and zested
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon capers
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a baking dish with olive oil.
  • Rinse the tilapia under cool water and place in the prepared baking dish.
  • Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and capers. Pour over the tilapia. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Slide the baking dish into the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve immediately, spooning the liquid from the pan over the fish and topping with lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

BAKED TILAPIA WITH TOMATOES AND POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 pounds new potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Cooking spray
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives
2 tablespoons capers, drained
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar or white wine vinegar
4 6-ounce tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a bowl. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray; add the potatoes and spread in an even layer. Roast until browned and crisp, tossing halfway through, about 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss the tomatoes, olives, capers and garlic with 1 teaspoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons vinegar and 1 teaspoon thyme in a bowl. Coat another baking sheet with cooking spray; add the tomato mixture and spread in an even layer. Roast until softened, 15 minutes.
  • Mix the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil and 1 teaspoon thyme, 2 tablespoons vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a bowl; brush on the fish. Place the fish on top of the roasted tomato mixture and return to the oven until just cooked through, about 10 minutes. Divide among plates and serve with the potatoes.

BAKED TILAPIA WITH CAPERS



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Categories     Fish     Bake     Broil     Dinner     Lunch     Lemon

Yield 4 People

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tilapia fillets (6oz each)
3 tbsp butter, melted
3 tbsp lemon juice (pref. fresh)
1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp salt
2 tbsp capers
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/8 tsp paprika

Steps:

  • Place tilapia in an ungreased 13x9in baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the butter, lemon juice, garlic powder and salt, pour over the fillets. Sprinkle with capers, oregano and paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 425 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

GRILLED TILAPIA WITH LEMON BUTTER, CAPERS AND ORZO



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lemon, finely zested
2 lemons, juiced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 shallot, thinly sliced
Splash heavy cream
1 stick unsalted butter, cut into cubes, at room temperature
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 (8-ounce) tilapia fillets
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound orzo, cooked al dente
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/4 cup drained capers

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon zest, juice, wine and shallot in a small saucepan over high heat and cook until reduced by half. Remove from the heat and let cool. Whisk together the cream, butter and wine mixture in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. The lemon butter can be made 1 day in advance and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Heat the grill to high.
  • Brush the fish on both sides with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the fish for 3 to 4 minutes per side or until lightly golden brown and slightly charred. Toss the orzo with a few tablespoons of the lemon butter and 2 tablespoons of the parsley and season with salt and pepper. Transfer the orzo to a platter. Remove from the grill and immediately place the fillets on the orzo and top each fillet with some of the lemon butter and capers. Garnish with the remaining parsley.

MEDITERRANEAN TILAPIA



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We had some beautiful tilapia fillets, but no recipes! I had recently bought some amazing sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, and decided to invent a slightly Mediterranean fish dish for a quick weeknight dinner. My husband is a recipe purist, always follows them to the letter, but after this, he's learned to trust my inventions!

Provided by FLAPJACK18

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
1 tablespoon capers, drained
2 tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon oil from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons kalamata olives, pitted and chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). In a small bowl, stir together the sun-dried tomatoes, olives and capers. Set aside.
  • Place the tilapia fillets side by side in a baking dish. Drizzle with oil and lemon juice.
  • Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until the fish flakes with a fork. Check after 10 minutes, so as not to overcook, or the fish may be dry. When fish is done, top with the tomato mixture, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 41.4 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 464 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

EASY TILAPIA



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This is a delicious fish made with capers, tomatoes, butter, and white wine that can be used with any fish you like. My husband loves this dish!

Provided by Elizabeth

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (3 ounce) fillets tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
1 lemon, halved
½ cup white wine
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons capers
1 cup asparagus spears, trimmed and cut in half
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Drizzle fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place fillets in skillet and sprinkle with half of the lemon over. Cook for 3 minutes per side, or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Transfer fillets to a plate, and keep warm.
  • Add wine, remaining 1/2 lemon, tomatoes, capers, and salt and pepper to the skillet. Increase heat to medium high and boil for 2 minutes to burn off alcohol. Reduce heat to low and return fillets to the pan along with the asparagus. Cover and simmer 2 minutes more, then transfer fish and asparagus to a serving dish and keep warm.
  • Again, increase heat to medium high and whisk in butter, and boil to desired consistency. Spoon sauce over fish, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Fat 32.6 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 1726.5 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

PARMESAN CRUSTED TILAPIA WITH LEMON CAPER SAUCE



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I don't know where I found this, but I had it printed and decided to make it tonight - YUM! Very light and quick to put together. I had a can of artichoke hearts on hand and added 1/2 of the can in the sauce and it was delicious!

Provided by BethR

Categories     Tilapia

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
1 cup flour (for dredging)
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons capers, drained
1 lemon, juice of
2 tablespoons white wine
1/4 cup chicken stock
canned artichoke heart (optional)
salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Prepare Parmesan flour by combining 1/2 cup flour and parmesan cheese in shallow pan, set aside.
  • Dredge fish in plain flour, shaking off excess flour.
  • Dip in egg wash.
  • Coat in parmesan flour mixture.
  • Heat non-stick frying pan with olive oil (almost smoking).
  • Brown fish on both sides, remove from pan and keep warm.
  • In the same pan, add more oil if needed, and sauté garlic.
  • Add capers, lemon juice, wine and stock, salt and pepper (artichokes if you like).
  • Reduce by half, remove from heat.
  • Add butter and melt through.

TILAPIA WITH CAPERS AND WHITE WINE



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From the AJC online, What's For Dinner, submitted by Jeanne Besser. Toasted fennel seeds add flavor without being overpowering. White wine and capers add to the Mediterranean nature of this dish.

Provided by KerfuffleUponWincle

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 20m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon fennel seed (toast briefly and set aside)
12 ounces tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons capers (drained well)
1/4 cup dry white wine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • In a medium-hot iron skillet briefly toast fennel seeds.
  • In a large Pyrex baking dish sprayed with cooking spray, arrange fillets in a single layer.
  • Spread mustard on the fillets, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Top with capers and fennel seeds.
  • Pour wine around fish. Oven-roast uncovered for 15-17 minutes, or until cooked through, and some of the wine has evaporated.

TILAPIA WITH ARTICHOKE, CAPER, AND CHERRY TOMATO SAUCE AND ISRAELI COUSCOUS



Tilapia with Artichoke, Caper, and Cherry Tomato Sauce and Israeli Couscous image

Categories     Bread     Sauce     Tomato     Low Sodium     Dinner     Cherry     Tilapia     Artichoke     Simmer     Boil

Yield makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup dry Italian-flavored bread crumbs
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (about 1 ounce)
3/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 (8-ounce) tilapia fillets
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup Israeli couscous
1 bunch green onions (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced
1 small red onion, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (6-ounce) jar marinated artichokes, drained and liquid reserved
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 tablespoons bottled capers, drained
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1 1/2 teaspoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • On a large plate, stir together the bread crumbs, cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the black pepper. Rinse the tilapia fillets and pat dry, then coat on both sides with the breadcrumb mixture.
  • In a large nonstick skillet over moderately high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil until hot but not smoking. Add the tilapia fillets and sauté, turning once, until golden and just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes total. Transfer the tilapia to a plate and keep warm.
  • In a medium saucepan over moderately high heat, bring the stock to a boil. Remove from the heat and stir in the couscous and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes, then stir in the green onions. Cover and keep warm.
  • While the couscous is standing, prepare the sauce: In the skillet that was used to cook the fish, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over moderately low heat. Add the red onion and sauté, stirring frequently, about 1 minute. Add the garlic and sauté, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft, about 2 more minutes. Add the artichokes and sauté, stirring occasionally, about 2 more minutes. Add the tomatoes and capers and sauté, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to soften, about 3 more minutes. Stir in the reserved artichoke liquid, the vegetable stock, butter, and lemon juice and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 more minutes.
  • Divide the couscous between 2 plates and top each with a tilapia fillet. Spoon the sauce over the fish and couscous and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh tilapia fillets: Look for fillets that are firm to the touch and have a mild, fresh smell. Avoid fillets that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
  • Use a variety of seasonings: Tilapia is a mild-flavored fish, so it can handle a variety of seasonings. Some popular choices include lemon, garlic, herbs, and spices. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite.
  • Cook tilapia gently: Tilapia is a delicate fish, so it's important to cook it gently to prevent it from becoming dry or overcooked. Bake, broil, or pan-fry tilapia over medium heat until it is cooked through but still flaky.
  • Serve tilapia with a variety of sides: Tilapia is a versatile fish that can be served with a variety of sides. Some popular choices include rice, potatoes, vegetables, and salads.

Conclusion:

Baked tilapia with capers is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The tilapia is flaky and moist, and the capers add a briny, tangy flavor. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation time, baked tilapia with capers is a great option for busy families or anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.

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