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Tilapia is one of my favorite recipes to make. It's so easy and super quick to bake. I enjoy this recipe with rice and veggies. Super simple but very tasty.

Ingredients

• 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
• 2 lemons (1 sliced into rounds, 1 for juice)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or fresh if available)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 3 Tbsp capers (optional)

Directions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2: Prepare the Baking Dish

1. Line a Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Arrange Lemon Slices: Place the lemon slices in a single layer on the baking sheet, creating a bed for the tilapia.

Step 3: Prepare the Tilapia

1. Season the Fish: Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and oregano on both sides.
2. Add Garlic and Lemon Juice: Sprinkle the minced garlic over the fillets and squeeze the juice of the remaining lemon over the top. Sprinkle capers atop (optional).

Step 4: Roast the Tilapia

1. Place on Lemon Slices: Arrange the seasoned tilapia fillets on top of the lemon slices on the baking sheet.
2. Bake: Roast in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.

Step 5: Serve

1. Garnish: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley.
2. Enjoy: Serve immediately, drizzling with any pan juices and additional lemon wedges on the side if desired.

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