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Air Fryer Tilapia

Air Fryer Tilapia: Quick, Crispy, and Flavor-Packed Delight

This Air Fryer Tilapia recipe is quick, healthy, and packed with flavor, featuring crispy tilapia fillets in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Tilapia fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil light spray
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked for better flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can substitute with fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or finely diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper omit for lighter option
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Chopped Parsley optional
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice for a refreshing kick

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper for the seasoning blend.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  3. Brush or spray olive oil on both sides of the tilapia fillets.
  4. Generously sprinkle the seasoning mixture over both sides of the tilapia fillets.
  5. Arrange the seasoned fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  6. Cook the tilapia for 8-10 minutes, or until it easily flakes with a fork.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Air Fryer Tilapia is versatile and can be paired with various sides like quinoa or asparagus. Great for meal prep and freezer-friendly!

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