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plated tilapia with peppers, onions, and olives

Sautéed Tilapia with Peppers and Olives

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Simple flavors come together for a quick weeknight meal with this Sautéed Tilapia with Peppers and Olives. It’s ready in about 15 minutes and perfect for a quick and easy dinner!

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 (6-ounce) tilapia fillets
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 red bell peppers, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup green olives pitted, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Flat-leaf parsley, optional
  • Serve over rice

Instructions

  1. Heat one tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Season the fish with 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper and cook until opaque, 4-5 minutes per side.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a second large skillet over medium heat. Cook the peppers and onions, stirring often, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in the olives and lime juice. Season with additional black pepper if needed.
  4. Serve the peppers and onions with the fish over brown rice.

Find it online: https://www.amysnutritionkitchen.com/sauteed-tilapia-with-peppers-and-olives/

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