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Entree, Seafood, Sponsored |260 calories per serving|35 minute recipe

Walnut-Encrusted Tilapia

This content was last updated on December 17, 2019

Enjoy the crispiness of fried fish with a healthy twist by baking fresh tilapia, coated in crushed walnuts and whole wheat bread crumbs. Walnuts contain high levels of polyphenols, which are phytochemicals that have antioxidant properties. They’re also rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and other important nutrients including copper and manganese. Done in 20 minutes, this simple recipe makes the perfect weekday dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 large egg
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 2/3 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
  • 1 lb tilapia
Makes 4 servings (4 oz). Per serving: 260 calories, 12 g total fat (2.5 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 105 mg cholesterol, 11 g carbohydrates, 28 g protein, 1 g dietary fiber, 125 mg sodium, 1 g sugar, 0 g added sugar.

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees and coat baking dish with 1 tsp olive oil.
  2. Beat egg in mixing bowl and add lemon zest, remaining olive oil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
  3. Mix walnuts and bread crumbs in a large bowl.
  4. Dip fish into egg mixture. Then dredge in crumb-nut mixture, coating both sides well. Place breaded fillets on prepared cooking dish.
  5. Bake for 17 minutes (or until inside of filet appears opaque) and serve.

Notes

This recipe is sponsored by California Walnut Commission.

If you’re interested in becoming a corporate sponsor please contact our Corporate and Foundations Relations department at [email protected]. All AICR Health-e-Recipes meet AICR recipe guidelines and are reviewed and analyzed by AICR Registered Dietitians.

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This recipe was specially crafted to support cancer prevention and survival. It adheres to AICR's Cancer Prevention Recommendations. Learn more about our recipe guidelines.

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