Roasted Tilapia with Radish and Lemon Butter
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 40 minutes, making it perfect when you want something elegant but don't have hours to spend cooking. Tilapia is such a mild, delicate fish that it pairs beautifully with bright lemon and buttery roasted radishes, which are packed with vitamin C and help support your immune system. The fresh herbs bring everything to life, and honestly, the whole meal tastes like you fussed way more than you actually did. Give this one a try and you'll find yourself making it again and again.
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Ingredients
- 4tilapia fillets(about 6 oz each)
- ½ kgradishes(halved)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 3 tablespoonsbutter
- 3 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 tablespoonfresh thyme(chopped)
- 1 tablespoonfresh dill(chopped)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 teaspoonlemon zest
- 1shallot(thinly sliced)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with sea salt and black pepper.
Tip: Dry fish ensures better browning and prevents sticking to the pan.
- 2
In a large bowl, toss the halved radishes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, fresh thyme, and a pinch of salt. Spread them on a separate baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until they develop golden edges and become tender.
Tip: Roasting radishes mellows their peppery bite and adds a subtle sweetness.
- 3
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, carefully place the tilapia fillets skin-side up in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden.
Tip: Keep the skin-side up initially to develop a nice crust on the bottom.
- 4
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Tip: Do not overcook tilapia as it becomes dry quickly.
- 5
While the fish cooks, prepare the lemon butter sauce by melting butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the sliced shallot and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Tip: Keep the heat low to prevent the butter from browning too quickly.
- 6
Add fresh lemon juice and lemon zest to the butter sauce and stir gently. Remove from heat and fold in the fresh dill.
Tip: Add the herbs at the very end to preserve their bright color and fresh flavor.
- 7
Remove the fish from the oven and arrange the roasted radishes around and on top of each fillet. Drizzle the warm lemon butter sauce over the fish and radishes.
Tip: The hot fish will warm the sauce perfectly just before serving.
- 8
Serve immediately, garnishing with additional fresh thyme sprigs and a light dusting of lemon zest if desired.
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