Lemon Herb Tilapia with Provencal Vegetables

This bright and flavorful dish features tender tilapia fillets marinated in fresh lemon juice and zest, then pan-seared to flaky perfection. The fish is served over a bed of sautéed potatoes, zucchini and cherry tomatoes, all seasoned with aromatic herbes de Provence.

The combination of zesty lemon and earthy herbs creates a light yet satisfying meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner that feels special.

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Ingredients

4 tilapia filletsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 lemons (juice and zest)View ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoons olive oilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon herbes de ProvenceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 pound potatoes, dicedView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 zucchini, dicedView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halvedView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Salt and pepper to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, combine lemon juice, lemon zest and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add tilapia fillets and turn to coat. Marinate for 10 minutes.
2. While fish marinates, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender, about 8 minutes.
3. Add zucchini and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sprinkle with herbes de Provence, salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are softened.
4. Push vegetables to the sides of the skillet. Place marinated tilapia fillets in the center. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
5. Serve tilapia over the vegetable mixture. Garnish with additional lemon zest if desired.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use frozen tilapia?

Yes, thaw completely and pat dry before marinating.

What can I substitute for herbes de Provence?

Use a mix of dried thyme, rosemary and oregano.

How do I know when the tilapia is cooked?

The fish will be opaque and flake easily with a fork.