30-Minute Blackened Tilapia with Cucumber Salsa
30-Minute Blackened Tilapia with Cucumber Salsa is a quick and flavorful dish that turns any weeknight dinner into a culinary delight. The spicy blackened tilapia, perfectly seared for a crispy crust, is complemented by a refreshing cucumber salsa that adds vibrant color and crunch. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up this mouthwatering meal that impresses both family and friends without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 4 oz each)
- 2 tbsp blackening seasoning (paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together all blackening seasoning ingredients.
- Pat tilapia fillets dry and coat them generously with the seasoning on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cook tilapia fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and opaque throughout.
- While the fish cooks, combine diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create the salsa.
- Serve the tilapia topped with the fresh cucumber salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Substitute tilapia with salmon or cod for variety. - Enhance your salsa by adding diced avocado or jalapeños for an extra kick.