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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Tilapia

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PREP TIME
10 min
COOKING TIME
10 min
TOTAL TIME
20 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner
Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Tilapia
Ingredients
  • 4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground black peppercorns
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch paprika, or to taste
  • cooking spray
  • 1 sprig parsley, chopped, or more to taste
  • 4 wedges lemon
Instructions
1
Heat the air fryer to a high temperature of 400 degrees Fahrenheit for three minutes prior to cooking.
2
Concurrently, thoroughly clean the tilapia fillets and gently remove excess moisture using a paper towel.
3
Combine lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl until the ingredients are fully incorporated. Evenly distribute this mixture over the tops of the fillets, followed by a light dusting of paprika. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the fillets in an even layer within the basket, ensuring they are positioned spice-side up. To avoid overcrowding, cook in batches if necessary.
4
Cook the tilapia fillets in the preheated air fryer until they break apart easily with a fork, typically taking between 7 to 10 minutes. Remove the cooked fillets to a serving plate and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.