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Grilled Tilapia Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy a flavorful and healthy grilled tilapia with seasoned vegetables and sweet corn, perfect for a quick summer meal.

Ingredients

Vegetables and Corn

  • 8 cups water (for boiling corn)
  • 2 ears corn on the cob (cut into 6 rounds each)
  • 1 large yellow onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning blend (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground, divided)
  • 4 filets tilapia (about 4-6 ounces each, thawed)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (cut into small cubes)

Lemon wedges

Instructions 

  • Preheat grill to 400°F. Prepare foil sheets and boil corn for 10 minutes, then drain.
  • Combine corn, onions, peppers, and garlic. Make Cajun butter with melted butter, seasoning, salt, and pepper, then toss with vegetables.
  • Season tilapia with remaining Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Divide vegetable mixture and place on foil, add fish and butter cubes, then seal.
  • Grill packets for 15 minutes, flipping halfway. Carefully open packets and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Ensure fish is cooked through and serve immediately with lemon wedges for added flavor.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Tilapia