Char-Grilled Tilapia Fillets
Char-Grilled Tilapia Fillets feature flaky fish brushed with olive oil and a bold blend of lemon-pepper, cumin, paprika, dried mustard, and garlic. The spice rub adds warmth and a hint of citrus that pairs beautifully with the mild tilapia, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a relaxed backyard cookout.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Combine olive oil, lemon pepper, cumin, paprika, dried mustard, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
- 2
Brush each tilapia fillet with the mixture using a pastry brush.
- 3
Flip the fillets and brush the other side.
- 4
Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 5
Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 6
Spray a large piece of foil with cooking spray and place it on the grill.
- 7
Transfer the tilapia onto the foil.
- 8
Cook the fillets on the preheated grill until they flake easily with a fork, about 5 minutes per side.
- 9
Serve.
- Calories 517.44 kcal High
- Protein 5.79 g Moderate
- Carbs 10.55 g Moderate
- Total Fat 51.27 g High
- Saturated Fat 4.72 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 11.84 mg Low Source
- Sodium 35.37 mg Low Source
- Fiber 0.7 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.15 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 20.04 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.13 mg Low Source
- Potassium 164.03 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.02 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.09 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 1.29 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Mustard
- Garlic 🧄