YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Lemon-Herb Crusted Pan Seared Tilapia with Sautéed Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes, and Quinoa
Enjoy a light yet fulfilling meal featuring a perfectly pan-seared tilapia fillet with a zesty lemon-herb crust, paired with a warm bed of sautéed spinach and cherry tomatoes alongside fluffy quinoa. This dish delivers a fresh burst of citrus and herb flavors balanced with wholesome vegetables and grain, making it a delightful and nutritious option for any meal.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz Tilapia Fillet
1/2 Fresh Lemon
1 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped)
1 tsp Fresh Thyme (chopped)
1 tsp Olive Oil (for tilapia)
1 cup Fresh Spinach
1 tsp Olive Oil (for spinach)
1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes
1/2 cup Cooked Quinoa
Salt & Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Pat the tilapia fillet dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, combine the zest of half a lemon, chopped parsley, and chopped thyme.
Sprinkle the herb mixture evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillet.
Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
Place the tilapia in the pan and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
While the tilapia cooks, heat another pan and add 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Sauté the fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes over medium heat until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften slightly, about 2-3 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Reheat or prepare cooked quinoa according to package instructions if not done already.
Serve the lemon-herb crusted tilapia on a bed of quinoa, accompanied by the sautéed spinach and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle any remaining pan juices over the top for added flavor.