Baked Tilapia with Mango Salsa
Tender tilapia fillets are seasoned with smoky spices, baked to perfection, and topped with a juicy mango salsa that’s sweet, tangy, and just a little spicy.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets about 6 oz each
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 large ripe mango diced
- 1/2 medium red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 small jalapeño seeded and minced, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the tilapia fillets on the sheet, spacing them 1 inch apart. Drizzle olive oil evenly over both sides of each fillet.
- In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the spice blend evenly over both sides of the fillets, gently rubbing it into the flesh.
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño (if using). Stir gently to avoid mashing the mango. Let it sit for 10 minutes to let the flavors marry while the fish bakes.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Use a spatula to transfer the tilapia to a platter. Top each fillet with a generous spoonful of mango salsa. Serve immediately.