This is a delicious meal that pairs a spicy corn salsa with the gentle and flaky delicacy of tilapia. This recipe is unique because of the colorful combination of fresh ingredients that intensifies the taste. This dish is a symphony of flavors because to the combination of sweet corn, tart lime, and fragrant cilantro. Let’s plunge right into this special culinary adventure and take your taste senses on a delectable voyage!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (adjust to your preferred level of heat)
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn Salsa:
- In a medium bowl, combine the corn kernels, red bell pepper, jalapeño, red onion, cherry tomatoes, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
- Season with salt and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- Cook the Tilapia:
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the tilapia fillets and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until they are opaque and flake easily with a fork.
- Serve:
- Place a generous spoonful of the corn salsa on each plate.
- Top with a cooked tilapia fillet.
- Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 34g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fat: 6g
- Fiber: 4g