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Delight your taste buds with a refreshing and quick-to-make dish that is perfect for any weeknight dinner. The Zesty Lemon-Parsley Air Fryer Tilapia is not only a flavorful option but also a healthy one, offering a light yet satisfying meal. With the bright notes of lemon and the fresh aroma of parsley, this recipe highlights the versatility of tilapia while making full use of the air fryer. In this article, we'll dive into the details of this delightful recipe, exploring its ingredients, preparation method, and nutritional benefits.

Zesty Lemon-Parsley Air Fryer Tilapia

A fresh and flavorful tilapia dish enhanced with lemon and parsley.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4.0 fillets tilapia
  • 4.0 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2.0 tablespoons fresh parsley
  • 1.0 lemon lemon
  • 1.0 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1.0 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1.0 to taste salt
  • 1.0 to taste pepper
  • 1.0 serving lemon wedges

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Parsley Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and set aside.
  • Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.
  • Season the Fish: Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season both sides of the fillets with salt and pepper.
  • Apply the Parsley Butter: Spread an even layer of the parsley butter mixture over the top of each tilapia fillet.
  • Air Fry the Tilapia: Place the fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd. If necessary, cook in batches. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve: Carefully remove the tilapia fillets from the air fryer and serve with extra lemon wedges on the side. Drizzle any remaining parsley butter over the top for added flavor.

Notes

Serve with lemon wedges for added zest.
Keyword air fryer, lemon, parsley, seafood, tilapia