Roasted Tilapia with Edamame
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 35 minutes total and tastes like something fancy. Tilapia is such a mild, delicate fish that pairs beautifully with bright lemon and garlic, while the edamame adds a wonderful protein boost and those satisfying soybeans are packed with fiber and nutrients. Everything roasts together on one sheet pan, which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. It's simple enough for beginners but impressive enough to serve guests.
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Ingredients
- 4tilapia fillets(6 oz each)
- 473 mlfrozen edamame(thawed)
- 355 mlcherry tomatoes(halved)
- 3 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 1fresh lemon(zested and juiced)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 teaspoonfresh thyme(dried)
- ½ teaspoonsea salt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
- ½red onion(thinly sliced)
- 59 mlvegetable broth
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Tip: Parchment paper prevents sticking and makes for quick dishwashing.
- 2
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
Tip: Dry fish gets better browning and crisper edges when roasted.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper to create your seasoning mixture.
Tip: Mix the seasoning ahead of time so you can work quickly with the delicate fish.
- 4
Brush the tilapia fillets generously with the seasoning mixture on both sides, then arrange the thawed edamame and halved cherry tomatoes around the fish on the baking sheet.
Tip: Don't crowd the pan; spread vegetables in a single layer for even roasting.
- 5
Scatter the sliced red onion over the vegetables and drizzle everything with the remaining seasoning oil, then pour the vegetable broth into the bottom of the pan.
Tip: The broth keeps the fish moist and creates a light, flavorful pan sauce.
- 6
Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the edamame are lightly browned.
Tip: Tilapia cooks quickly; check at 15 minutes to avoid overcooking dry fish.
- 7
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and divide the roasted tilapia, edamame, and vegetables among four serving plates, spooning any pan juices over the top.
Tip: Serve immediately while the fish is hot and the vegetables retain their texture.
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