Ingredients:

  • 4 (6-oz) Tilapia fillets
  • 1 lb Fresh asparagus, woody ends trimmed
  • 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 small Lemon, juiced (approx. 2 tbsp)
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • 0.5 tsp Sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp Cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp Fresh dill or thyme
  • 1 Lemon, thinly sliced into rounds

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking.
  2. Place the trimmed asparagus on one side of the pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat and spread into a single layer.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, sea salt, and cracked black pepper until the mixture is emulsified.
  4. Arrange the tilapia fillets on the empty side of the sheet pan. Use a pastry brush or spoon to coat both the fish and the asparagus with the garlic-herb butter glaze.
  5. Place lemon slices over each tilapia fillet.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Cook until the fish flakes easily and the asparagus is tender crisp.
  7. Remove from the oven and garnish immediately with freshly chopped parsley and dill or thyme. Let it rest for 2 minutes until the juices settle.