Pistachio Crusted TilapiaPistachio Crusted Tilapia

Pistachio Crusted Tilapia might be just the main course you are searching for. One portion of this dish contains approximately 29g of protein, 17g of fat, and a total of 298 calories. This gluten free, dairy free, paleolithic, and primal recipe serves 4 and costs $2.76 per serving. 730 people were glad they tried this recipe. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 20 minutes. If you have pistachios, basil, olive oil, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It is brought to you by Whitney Bond. With a spoonacular score of 98%, this dish is excellent. Users who liked this recipe also liked Coconut-Almond Crusted Tilapia, Lemon Pepper Garlic Tilapia with Creamy Spinach Pappardelle, and Parmesan-Garlic Tilapia Sticks.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. 01

   Begin by sprinkling the salt and pepper on both sides of the tilapia.Next, squeeze the sweet lime over each piece of fish, flipping and covering completely.Allow to marinate in the juice while preparing the pistachio crumb mix.

2. 02

   Place the pistachios and basil into a small food processor and blend.

3. 03

   Place the mixture in a shallow bowl then coat each side of the tilapia.

4. 04

   Heat the olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat, then add the tilapia to the skillet.Be sure the skillet is not too hot or the crust will burn before the fish is cooked through.Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is light white and flakey.

5. 05

   Garnish with extra sweet limes and basil (if so desired)!

6. 06

   Serve as the main dish with fresh veggies for a gluten-free and paleo dinner.