Lemon Herb Grilled Tilapia Recipe
Zesty lemon and fresh herbs transform vegan-friendly tilapia fillets into a light, flavorful grilled dinner you’ll happily brag about later.
Ingredients
- Vegan tilapia fillets soy or pea-based – 4 (about 5 oz each)
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Lemon juice – 3 tbsp
- Lemon zest – 1 tsp
- Garlic minced – 2 cloves
- Fresh parsley – 2 tbsp chopped
- Fresh thyme – 1 tsp chopped
- Salt – ½ tsp
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
Instructions
- Pat vegan tilapia fillets dry and place them in a shallow dish.
- In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour marinade over fillets; let rest 8–10 minutes for flavor infusion.
- Preheat grill to medium heat; lightly oil grates to prevent sticking.
- Place fillets on grill, cook for 5–6 minutes per side until golden with light grill marks.
- Brush with remaining marinade during last minute for brightness.
- Remove, rest 2 minutes, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin C: 25%
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Iron: 12%
- Calcium: 10%
- Magnesium: 8%
Additional Tips
- Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika for extra depth without effort.
- Grill lemon halves alongside for a charred citrus squeeze.
- Pair with quinoa or roasted vegetables for a goddess-approved meal.