Pan-Seared Tilapia with Lemon Coconut Greens

Name: Pan-Seared Tilapia with Lemon Coconut Greens
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Kenyan
Ingredients: 6 tilapia fillets; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon paprika; 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.5 teaspoon onion powder; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoon coconut oil; 1 yellow onion (thinly sliced); 2 clove garlic (minced); 1 can light coconut milk; 0.5 pound spinach (fresh); 2 tablespoon lime juice

Flaky pan-seared tilapia fillets paired with vibrant, quick-cooked collard greens in a light lemon-coconut sauce, offering a healthy and zesty dinner.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Kenyan
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $4.07/serving

Dietary

Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Egg-Free
Pescatarian
Low-Carb
High-Protein
Whole30
Soy-Free
Low-Sugar

Ingredients

6 tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon onion powder
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoon coconut oil
1 yellow onion (thinly sliced)
2 clove garlic (minced)
1 can light coconut milk
0.5 pound spinach (fresh)
2 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

Pat dry the 6 tilapia fillets. In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Rub the seasoning mixture generously over both sides of each fillet.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the seasoned tilapia fillets in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove fillets from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons coconut oil over medium heat. Add 1 thinly sliced yellow onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in 1 can light coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Add 1/2 pound fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice.
Divide the Lemon Coconut Greens among 6 plates and top each with a Pan-Seared Tilapia fillet. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure the spinach is well-drained before adding it to the skillet to avoid watering down the sauce. Tilapia cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 370
Protein: 42.5 g
Carbohydrates: 10.3 g
Fat: 19.8 g
Fiber: 2.8 g
Sodium: 350 mg
Saturated Fat: 12.5 g
Sugar: 3.5 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg