Pistachio Basil Crusted Tilapia
Fresh, flakey tilapia is soaked in lime juice, then rolled in crushed pistachios and basil for a flavorful, gluten-free, paleo Pistachio Crusted Tilapia.
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 Facts
Serving 4servingCalories 300kcal (15%)Carbohydrates 11g (4%)Protein 29g (58%)Fat 17g (26%)Saturated Fat 2g (10%)Cholesterol 56mg (19%)Sodium 350mg (15%)Potassium 694mg (20%)Fiber 3g (12%)Sugar 3g (3%)Vitamin A 205mg (4%)Vitamin C 16.3mg (20%)Calcium 53mg (5%)Iron 2.1mg (12%)
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