Baked Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Baked Parmesan Crusted Tilapia is a delightful and low-carb dish that combines the mild flavor of tilapia with a savory, crunchy parmesan crust. This keto-friendly meal is easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• Tilapia fillets - 2 (approximately 200g each)
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 1/2 cup (50g)
• Almond flour - 1/4 cup (30g)
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Dried parsley - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon wedges - for serving

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
3. Drizzle the olive oil over the tilapia fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
4. Press each tilapia fillet into the cheese mixture, coating both sides well.
5. Place the coated fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
7. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 42 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, supporting a ketogenic diet.

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