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Pistachio Basil Crusted Tilapia
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Fresh, flakey tilapia is soaked in lime juice, then rolled in crushed pistachios and basil for a flavorful, gluten-free, paleo Pistachio Crusted Tilapia.
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American
Prep Time
15
minutes
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Cook Time
5
minutes
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Total Time
20
minutes
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Servings
4
people
Calories
300
Author
Whitney Bond
Ingredients
1
lb
fresh tilapia
1/2
tsp
kosher salt
1/2
tsp
black pepper
1
sweet lime
or lemon
1
cup
pistachios
1/4
cup
fresh basil
1
tsp
olive oil
Instructions
Begin by sprinkling the salt and pepper on both sides of the tilapia.
Next, squeeze the sweet lime over each piece of fish, flipping and covering completely.
Allow to marinate in the juice while preparing the pistachio crumb mix.
Place the pistachios and basil into a small food processor and blend.
Place the mixture in a shallow bowl then coat each side of the tilapia.
Heat the olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat, then add the tilapia to the skillet.
Be sure the skillet is not too hot or the crust will burn before the fish is cooked through.
Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is light white and flakey.
Nutrition
Serving:
4
g
|
Calories:
300
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
11
g
|
Protein:
29
g
|
Fat:
17
g
|
Saturated Fat:
2
g
|
Cholesterol:
56
mg
|
Sodium:
350
mg
|
Potassium:
694
mg
|
Fiber:
3
g
|
Sugar:
3
g
|
Vitamin A:
205
mg
|
Vitamin C:
16.3
mg
|
Calcium:
53
mg
|
Iron:
2.1
mg