Roasted Tilapia with Sweet Potato and Citrus Glaze
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes like you spent way more time in the kitchen than you actually did. Tilapia is such a mild, delicate fish that it pairs beautifully with the warm spices and bright citrus in this glaze, while the roasted sweet potatoes add natural sweetness and fiber to round out the meal. The ginger in the glaze isn't just delicious, it's also wonderful for digestion and reducing inflammation. Everything cooks on one sheet pan, which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
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Ingredients
- 4tilapia fillets(6 oz each)
- 2 mediumsweet potatoes(cut into 1/2-inch wedges)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 237 mlorange juice(fresh squeezed)
- 1 tablespoonfresh ginger(minced)
- 2 teaspoonshoney
- 2garlic cloves(minced)
- 1lime(zested and juiced)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 tablespoonsfresh cilantro(chopped)
- 1 teaspoonred pepper flakes
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potato wedges with 1.5 tablespoons olive oil, half the salt, and half the pepper on a large baking sheet. Spread in a single layer and roast for 18-20 minutes until golden and tender.
Tip: Cut wedges to similar thickness so they cook evenly.
- 2
While potatoes roast, pat tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with remaining salt and pepper.
Tip: Drying the fish prevents sticking and helps achieve better browning.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, ginger, honey, garlic, lime juice, and lime zest to create the glaze.
Tip: Make the glaze while potatoes cook to save time.
- 4
Push sweet potatoes to the sides of the baking sheet. Brush tilapia fillets with remaining 1.5 tablespoons olive oil and arrange in the center.
Tip: Keeping potatoes to the sides ensures they stay crispy.
- 5
Spoon half the citrus glaze over the tilapia fillets. Bake for 10-12 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Tip: Don't overcook tilapia as it dries out quickly.
- 6
Remove from oven and drizzle remaining glaze over the fish. Sprinkle cilantro and red pepper flakes over everything.
Tip: Fresh cilantro added after cooking brightens the flavors.
- 7
Serve immediately with roasted sweet potatoes and pan drippings spooned over the fish.
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