GRILLED TILAPIA PICCATA FOR TWO

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We aren't big fish eaters, but a friend made this for us, and we couldn't believe how wonderful it was! Now we eat it regularly. It's simple, looks lovely and tastes restaurant-worthy. -Beth Cooper, Columbus, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil, divided
1 teaspoon capers, drained
2 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk lemon zest, lemon juice, oil and garlic until blended; stir in 3 teaspoons basil and capers. Reserve 1 tablespoon mixture for drizzling over cooked fish. Brush remaining mixture onto both sides of tilapia; sprinkle with salt and pepper., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill tilapia, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork. Drizzle with reserved lemon mixture; sprinkle with remaining basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 398mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Macali Abdu
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This recipe is a winner! The tilapia is cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my guests.


Joker Khan
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I'm new to cooking fish, and this recipe was a great place to start. The tilapia was easy to cook and the sauce was simple to make. It turned out great!


Rabi Majhi
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The tilapia was moist and flaky, and the sauce was delicious. We served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a perfect meal.


Renee Renninger
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The sauce was a bit too tangy for my taste, but the tilapia was cooked perfectly.


Aracely Hernandez
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The tilapia is cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ch ilyas
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but this recipe changed my mind. The tilapia was so moist and flaky, and the sauce was to die for. I will definitely be making this again.


DeliaRosie'sworld
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This dish was a disappointment. The tilapia was overcooked and the sauce was bland.


cookie run
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I love this recipe! The tilapia is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I often double the recipe so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


brandon mcfarthing
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Meh.


Jenahlynn Young
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This recipe is a keeper. The tilapia was cooked to perfection and the sauce was divine. I served it with rice and steamed broccoli and it was a hit with my family.


Jeffrey Highbrrger
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I've tried many tilapia recipes and this one is by far the best. The fish is always moist and flaky, and the sauce is light and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Eyob Ayalew12
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Not a fan. The fish was bland and the sauce was too tangy.


Free Point
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of tilapia, but I was pleasantly surprised. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


[email protected] Naysdaddy
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The sauce is the star of this dish. It's tangy, buttery, and so flavorful.


ugochukwu operaku
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The tilapia is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. It's a quick and easy weeknight meal that my whole family loves.


Ashley Mejia
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Easy to follow recipe. Tilapia was juicy and flaky. Piccata sauce was delicious.


Bikesh Pandit
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This grilled tilapia piccata was a delightful dinner for two. The fish was cooked perfectly and the lemon-butter sauce was light and flavorful. We served it with roasted vegetables and a side salad for a complete meal.