For an extra layer of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the tapenade. Fresh herbs like parsley or basil, chopped and sprinkled over the finished dish, enhance the flavors even more. Serve with a side of quinoa or couscous for a complete and satisfying meal. If you prefer a more intense olive flavor, use a blend of Kalamata and green olives. To avoid the tapenade from being too salty, rinse the capers before adding them to the saucepan.
Grilled Tilapia with Tomato-Olive Tapenade
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS27
Elevate simple tilapia into a Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece! Flaky, tender tilapia is topped with a vibrant and briny tomato-olive tapenade, creating a dish that's both healthy and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant lunch.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate2 g
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Cholesterol62 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein35 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium255 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
Place tilapia fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. (2 minutes)
03
Step
10 mins
Bake tilapia in the preheated oven until opaque and easily flaked with a fork, approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on thickness. (15 minutes)
04
Step
2 mins
While the tilapia bakes, prepare the tapenade. In a small saucepan, combine chopped cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion, and capers. (3 minutes)
05
Step
5 mins
Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices, about 5-10 minutes. The flavors should meld together beautifully. (10 minutes)
06
Step
1 mins
Once the tilapia is cooked through, spoon the warm tomato-olive tapenade generously over each fillet. Drizzle with a touch of extra virgin olive oil before serving.
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Claude Cronin
May 21, 2025I added a little lemon zest to the tapenade and it was amazing!
Garnett Weissnat
Apr 25, 2025The tapenade is so good, I could eat it with a spoon!
Fermin Hahn
Apr 23, 2025Easy to follow and the tilapia came out perfectly cooked.
Anastasia Wymanhalvorson
Apr 15, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! So simple yet so delicious. My family loved it!
Terrance Denesik
Mar 3, 2025I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit!