Best 5 Pan Grilled Tilapia With Lemon And Red Onion Recipes

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Pan-grilled tilapia with lemon and red onion is a light, flavorful, and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This dish is also a great way to get your daily dose of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for heart health. The zesty lemon and tangy red onion add a delightful flavor to the mild tilapia, while the pan-grilling method gives the fish a crispy exterior and a tender interior. Served with a simple salad or roasted vegetables, this pan-grilled tilapia is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PAN-GRILLED TILAPIA WITH LEMON AND RED ONION



Pan-Grilled Tilapia with Lemon and Red Onion image

This recipe came from necessity, as I was so very hungry, sick of chicken, and I didn't want to turn on the oven. My diet is pretty specific right now so this was easy and delicious low-carb lunch when served with a salad. Greek salad with pink grapefruit added really brought out the flavor blend, and fits well with the Mayo Clinic Diet of adding grapefruit to each meal of meat or fish and salad or veggies. I made a single serving so I am leaving it to the maker to multiply.

Provided by Terri-Lynn Howell-Schlaiss

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 27m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ large lemon
1 (6 ounce) tilapia fillet, patted dry
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon butter, divided
¼ large red onion, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Squeeze lemon juice over tilapia; season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Melt 1/2 teaspoon butter in hot oil. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook and stir until onion begins to look translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Push onion mixture to sides of the skillet. Melt remaining 1/2 teaspoon of butter in the skillet. Place tilapia in the center of the skillet and cover with onion mixture. Cover skillet and cook tilapia until it starts to turn golden, about 5 minutes. Push onion mixture to the sides again and flip tilapia. Cover and cook until second side is golden and flakes easily with a fork, about 5 minutes more.
  • Remove skillet from heat. Top tilapia with grated Parmesan cheese, cover, and let stand until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 76.7 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 337.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

GRILLED TILAPIA WITH LEMON BUTTER, CAPERS AND ORZO



Grilled Tilapia with Lemon Butter, Capers and Orzo image

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.

PAN-GRILLED TILAPIA WITH LEMON AND RED ONION



Pan-Grilled Tilapia with Lemon and Red Onion image

This recipe came from necessity, as I was so very hungry, sick of chicken, and I didn't want to turn on the oven. My diet is pretty specific right now so this was easy and delicious low-carb lunch when served with a salad. Greek salad with pink grapefruit added really brought out the flavor blend, and fits well with the Mayo Clinic Diet of adding grapefruit to each meal of meat or fish and salad or veggies. I made a single serving so I am leaving it to the maker to multiply.

Provided by Terri-Lynn Howell-Schlaiss

Categories     Tilapia Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ large lemon
1 (6 ounce) tilapia fillet, patted dry
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon butter, divided
¼ large red onion, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Squeeze lemon juice over tilapia; season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Melt 1/2 teaspoon butter in hot oil. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook and stir until onion begins to look translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Push onion mixture to sides of the skillet. Melt remaining 1/2 teaspoon of butter in the skillet. Place tilapia in the center of the skillet and cover with onion mixture. Cover skillet and cook tilapia until it starts to turn golden, about 5 minutes. Push onion mixture to the sides again and flip tilapia. Cover and cook until second side is golden and flakes easily with a fork, about 5 minutes more.
  • Remove skillet from heat. Top tilapia with grated Parmesan cheese, cover, and let stand until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 76.7 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 337.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

GRILLED LEMON-PARMESAN TILAPIA



Grilled Lemon-Parmesan Tilapia image

We say goodbye to winter by breaking out the grill. And nothing says "spring" like the taste of fresh fish. This recipe also works well with catfish, sea bass or any other firm fish. -Wendy G. Ball, Battle Creek, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon celery salt
6 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 10 ingredients until blended., Lightly oil grill rack. Place fish on rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat 4 minutes. Turn; spread cheese mixture over fillets. Grill, covered, 3-4 minutes longer or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 427mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein.

GRILLED LEMON HERB TILAPIA SANDWICH



Grilled Lemon Herb Tilapia Sandwich image

Tender tilapia dressed in lemon, butter, parsley, lemon pepper, salt and a dash of pepper grilled to perfection centered between a slice of tomato, onion and a bun!

Provided by GoodCook8900

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 14m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tilapia fillets
3 buns
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, softened
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/4 teaspoon parsley
1 dash pepper
3 slices lemons
2 teaspoons lemon juice
tomatoes
onion
lettuce

Steps:

  • DO NOT DEFROST TILAPIA. Place the fillets in a large pan or plate and brush with butter on both sides. Add garlic powder, salt, lemon pepper, parsley, and pepper on both sides, as well. For tougher fish, use less butter(may slightly compromise flavor).
  • Place a slice of lemon on each fillet and pour lemon juice on fillets.
  • Wrap all fillets in foil and grill 7-12 minutes depending on heat levels of your grill. I recommend using a George Foreman grill for best results.
  • Slice fillets in half approximately 4-5 minutes while grilling to ensure that they cook thoroughly.
  • Place fillets on slightly toasted bun and add tomatoes, onions, lettuce and mayonnaise or tarter sauce. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose fresh tilapia fillets: Look for fillets that are firm and have a mild, fresh smell. Avoid fillets that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
  • Season the tilapia fillets well: Before cooking, season the fillets with salt, pepper, and other spices of your choice. This will help to enhance the flavor of the fish.
  • Cook the tilapia fillets over medium heat: Cooking the fillets over medium heat will help to prevent them from overcooking and becoming dry. If you cook the fillets over high heat, they will likely burn on the outside before they are cooked through.
  • Use a non-stick skillet: Cooking the tilapia fillets in a non-stick skillet will help to prevent them from sticking to the pan. If you don't have a non-stick skillet, you can grease a regular skillet with cooking oil before adding the fillets.
  • Cook the tilapia fillets until they are cooked through: The tilapia fillets are cooked through when they are opaque and flake easily with a fork. If you're not sure if the fillets are cooked through, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of a fillet. The fillets are cooked through when the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the tilapia fillets immediately: Serve the tilapia fillets immediately after they are cooked. This will help to ensure that they are hot and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Pan-grilled tilapia with lemon and red onion is a delicious and healthy meal that can be prepared in just a few minutes. The tilapia fillets are seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices, then cooked in a non-stick skillet until they are cooked through. The fillets are then served with a lemon-red onion sauce. This dish is a great source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins. It is also low in calories and fat. So, if you are looking for a quick and easy meal that is both delicious and healthy, pan-grilled tilapia with lemon and red onion is a great choice.

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