Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of 15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection Awaits. This quick and healthy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort. With a crispy exterior and tender, flaky texture, this tilapia dish is seasoned to perfection with paprika, garlic powder, and a splash of lemon juice. Enjoy it alongside your favorite sides, whether it’s steamed vegetables or a fresh salad, for a nutritious meal that’s ready in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fillets of tilapia (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Thaw frozen tilapia if necessary and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the mixture evenly onto both sides of each fillet.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 8–10 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg