Garlic Herb Tilapia Zucchini (Printable)

Tender tilapia baked alongside zucchini and cherry tomatoes with garlic and herbs for a quick wholesome meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 4 tilapia fillets (5-6 oz each), patted dry

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
03 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Marinade & Seasonings

05 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - Zest of 1 lemon
13 - Juice of 1/2 lemon

→ Garnish

14 - Lemon wedges
15 - Extra chopped parsley

# Step-by-step Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
03 - Place zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onion on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with half the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Spread vegetables in a single layer, leaving space for the fish.
04 - Arrange tilapia fillets on the pan among the vegetables. Spoon the remaining marinade evenly over each fillet.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender.
06 - Remove from oven and garnish with lemon wedges and extra parsley. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything cooks on one pan, which means minimal cleanup and maximum time to actually enjoy your meal.
  • The fish stays impossibly tender while the vegetables caramelize just enough to taste like they've been on the stove for hours.
  • Fresh herbs and lemon transform what could be boring into something you'll crave again next week.
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the sheet pan or skip arranging vegetables in a single layer—they'll steam instead of roast, losing all their caramelization magic.
  • Keep a close eye on the fish starting at minute 15; overcooked tilapia becomes dry and mealy, while slightly underdone stays impossibly tender.
03 -
  • Pat your fish completely dry with paper towels before placing it on the pan—this single step is the difference between roasted and steamed.
  • Line your sheet pan with parchment paper or foil before you start; it makes cleanup disappear and prevents sticking.
  • Toast your herbs briefly in the oil before whisking in the garlic to wake up their essential oils and deepen their flavor.
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