Baked Tilapia with Herb Crust and Lemon

Ingredients

• 4 pieces tilapia fillets
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 whole lemon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Cooking instructions

1. Preheat Oven — Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
2. Prepare Herb Crust Mixture — In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
3. Coat Tilapia Fillets — Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil, then evenly press the breadcrumb mixture onto the top side of each fillet.
4. Bake the Fish — Place the coated fillets in the prepared baking dish, crumb side up. Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
5. Serve with Lemon — Remove from the oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over each fillet, and serve immediately with your choice of sides.