Ginger-Soy Glazed Tilapia with Sautéed Carrots and Bell Peppers
This delightful dish features tender tilapia fillets marinated in a zesty ginger-soy glaze, paired with vibrant sautéed carrots and bell peppers. Inspired by a recipe from Family Circle Magazine, this nourishing meal eliminates excess butter while delivering a flavorful punch from fresh ginger and balsamic vinegar. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe highlights the natural sweetness of the vegetables and the lightness of the fish, making it a healthy yet indulgent choice for any seafood lover.
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Tilapia fillets
2 (4-5 oz each, lightly salted and peppered)
Artificial sweetener (e.g. Splenda)
1 packet (1 g) (to taste)
Fresh ginger
1 tablespoon (chopped)
Balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons (none)
Low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons (none)
Salt
to taste (none)
Pepper
to taste (none)
Carrots
3 medium (peeled and cut into ½ inch thick slices)
Red bell pepper
1 small (cut into 1 inch pieces)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Coat a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Place the tilapia fillets in the prepared baking dish. Lightly season with salt and pepper to taste.
3
In a medium pot, steam the sliced carrots and red bell pepper until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Once cooked, spread the vegetables evenly around the tilapia fillets in the baking dish.
4
In a small bowl, mix together the artificial sweetener, chopped ginger, balsamic vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld.
5
Drizzle the ginger-soy mixture over the tilapia and vegetables in the baking dish.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, or until the tilapia flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender.
7
Serve warm and enjoy your nourishing dish!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein in this recipe?
The main protein is tilapia fillets, specifically two fillets weighing 4-5 oz each.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
How do I prepare the baking dish?
Coat a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray before adding the ingredients.
What vegetables are used in this dish?
The dish uses three medium carrots and one small red bell pepper.
How should the carrots be sliced?
The carrots should be peeled and cut into 1/2 inch thick slices.
How should the red bell pepper be cut?
The red bell pepper should be cut into 1 inch pieces.
Do I need to precook the vegetables?
Yes, steam the sliced carrots and red bell pepper in a medium pot for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
What is in the ginger-soy glaze?
The glaze contains artificial sweetener, chopped fresh ginger, balsamic vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
How long do I microwave the sauce mixture?
Microwave the sauce mixture on high for 1 minute to allow the flavors to meld.
What type of vinegar is required?
This recipe specifically calls for 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
Can I use regular soy sauce?
The recipe recommends low sodium soy sauce to keep the dish healthy.
How much ginger is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh ginger.
What kind of sweetener is used?
One packet of artificial sweetener, such as Splenda, is used in the glaze.
How long does the tilapia take to bake?
The fish and vegetables bake for approximately 15 minutes.
How do I know when the tilapia is finished cooking?
The tilapia is done when it flakes easily with a fork.
Should the tilapia be seasoned before adding the glaze?
Yes, lightly season the fillets with salt and pepper once they are in the baking dish.
Where are the vegetables placed in the baking dish?
Spread the steamed vegetables evenly around the tilapia fillets in the baking dish.
Is there butter in this recipe?
No, this recipe is designed to eliminate excess butter for a healthier meal.
What was the inspiration for this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a dish from Family Circle Magazine.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick weeknight dinner?
Yes, it is described as a quick and easy recipe perfect for weeknight meals.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
Based on the two fillets listed, it serves approximately two people.
What makes this recipe 'zesty'?
The combination of fresh ginger and balsamic vinegar provides a flavorful, zesty punch.
Is this dish considered low sodium?
Yes, it uses low sodium soy sauce and is tagged as a low sodium meal.
How do I prepare the ginger?
The fresh ginger should be chopped before being added to the sauce bowl.
Can I use a different type of fish?
While written for tilapia, the ginger-soy glaze would work well with other white fish fillets.
Do I cover the baking dish while it's in the oven?
The instructions do not specify covering the dish during the 15-minute bake time.
Is the ginger-soy mixture drizzled over everything?
Yes, drizzle the mixture over both the tilapia and the surrounding vegetables.
How thick should the carrot slices be?
The carrots should be cut into approximately 1/2 inch thick slices.
What is the first step of the recipe?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and coat your baking dish.
Is this recipe considered a healthy choice?
Yes, it is described as a nourishing and healthy meal highlighting natural vegetable sweetness and lean protein.