Best 7 Easy Grilled Tilapia Recipes

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Grilled tilapia is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this mild-flavored fish. It can be cooked in just a few minutes, making it a perfect weeknight meal. Tilapia is also a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D. In this article, we'll share some of our favorite easy grilled tilapia recipes. We'll also provide tips on how to grill tilapia perfectly, so you can enjoy this delicious fish at home.

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GRILLED TILAPIA



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Easy, flavorful tilapia grilled over flames!

Provided by rjholtz

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
1 teaspoon paprika, or to taste
1 teaspoon dried mustard, or to taste
garlic powder, or to taste
4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Mix olive oil, lemon pepper, cumin, paprika, dried mustard, and garlic powder together in a small bowl. Brush each tilapia fillet with mixture using a pastry brush. Flip; brush the other side. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Spray a large piece of foil with cooking spray and place on the grill. Transfer tilapia onto the foil.
  • Cook fillets on the preheated grill until they're easily flaked with a fork, about 5 minutes per side. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 166.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

TILAPIA ON THE GRILL



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Make and share this Tilapia on the Grill recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 12m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning

Steps:

  • Place each thawed tilapia fillet into a foil pouch.
  • Add a teaspoon of butter to each filler and divide the old bay between fillets.
  • Seal the foil pouch and place on grill.
  • Grill for 7-10 minutes or until fish is cooked through.

GRILLED TILAPIA WITH SMOKED PAPRIKA



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This is such a great quick and healthy recipe. My whole family loves it. Enjoy with your favorite salad.

Provided by Yanira

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 18m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons ground smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl; stir well. Brush oil mixture evenly over tilapia fillets.
  • Heat a large nonstick grill pan over medium-high heat; grease with cooking spray. Grill fish until it flakes easily with a fork, about 4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 367.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

GRILLED HERBED TILAPIA IN FOIL PACKETS



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Tilapia is a mild, white fish that is flaky and yummy. You can take this recipe for grilling it in foil packets and alter it to your own liking. The tilapia is very forgiving.

Provided by PRINCESSKAROLY

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tilapia fillets
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
10 chives, cut in half
1 ½ tablespoons butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cut a piece of heavy duty aluminum foil large enough to make an airy foil pouch to hold tilapia fillets.
  • Place fillets on top of the foil and season with dill, salt, and pepper. Place chives on top of fillets, followed by butter. Seal up pouches loosely.
  • Cook fillets on the preheated grill until they flake easily with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 63.8 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 351.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

GRILLED TILAPIA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 21

One 6-ounce tilapia fillet
Pinch ground cumin
Pinch cayenne pepper
Pinch paprika
Pinch kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
Tilapia Salad, recipe follows
Cashew Yogurt Sauce, recipe follows
1 honey tangerine
1/2 cup watercress
1 teaspoon tangerine zest
1/8 cup raw red beets, peeled and julienned
1 tablespoon cashews, roasted
3 quarts plain yogurt
6 limes, juiced
1 1/2 bunches fresh cilantro leave
6 large garlic cloves
4 tablespoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat the grill. Cut the fillet in 1/2 lengthwise. Lightly season the fish with the cumin, cayenne, paprika, and salt. Coat each piece in olive oil and grill, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. To plate, begin by covering a dinner plate with a layer of Cashew Yogurt Sauce. Place the pieces of grilled tilapia in the center, overlapping one another. Top the fish with the Tilapia Salad and place the tangerine segments around the plate.
  • Using a sharp pairing knife, remove the skin of the tangerine. Slice the tangerine into rings and remove any seeds. Mix the watercress, tangerine zest, and beets with the cashews. Serve with the grilled tilapia and Cashew Yogurt Sauce.
  • Place all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until smooth. Taste for seasoning.

EASY GRILLED TILAPIA FILLET



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Very easy and delicious recipe for tilapia fillets on the grill. Found the recipe at a Seafood Road show sponsored by the Commissary.

Provided by caostampin

Categories     Tilapia

Time 20m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tilapia fillet
1 garlic clove
1 dash salt
1 dash ground pepper
1 lemon slice
1 ice cube

Steps:

  • Place lemon slice on a foil square.
  • Cut garlic clove in half and rub both sides of fillet, place clove on foil.
  • Place fillet on top, sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Place ice cube on top of fillet. Fold foil into packet.
  • Grill for approximately 10-15 minutes on medium-high heat.
  • Carefully open packet and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.8, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 62.5, Sodium 221.3, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 25.4

THE BEST GRILLED TILAPIA



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Mother's recipe for Northern Michigan Whitefilsh on the grill, but seems to be excellent for Tilapia. We don't live near Petoskey anynmore.

Provided by jwalenta

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 yellow onion, sliced
2 lbs tilapia fillets (frozen)
1/8 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon dill weed
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Turn your grill on.
  • Oil a fish/vegetable pan for the grill -- one of those things that has all the holes in it.
  • Spread out all the sliced onion on the grill pan.
  • Place Tilapia fillets on top of the onions.
  • Butter the fillets with mayo.
  • Sprinkle with dill weed. You can go somewhat heavy with this. Like Christmas cookies.
  • Sprinkle with black pepper.
  • Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Put pan on the grill. 10-15 minutes. Onions should be a little caramalized/charred.
  • Serve with rice pilaf and grilled asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.5, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 227, Sodium 383.3, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 91.7

Tips:

  • To ensure the tilapia is cooked evenly, use a fish spatula to gently flip it once during grilling.
  • For a more flavorful dish, marinate the tilapia in a mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices before grilling.
  • Serve the grilled tilapia with a variety of sides, such as grilled vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad.
  • If you're using frozen tilapia, be sure to thaw it completely before grilling.
  • To check if the tilapia is cooked through, insert a fork into the thickest part of the fish. If the flesh flakes easily, it's done.

Conclusion:

Grilled tilapia is a delicious and healthy meal that can be prepared in just a few minutes. With its mild flavor and versatility, tilapia is a great choice for both beginner and experienced grillers. By following the tips and instructions provided in this article, you can create a perfectly grilled tilapia dish that will impress your family and friends.

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