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tilapia
graham cracker crust
baked fish
healthy seafood
easy dinner
27 April 2025

Graham Cracker-Crusted Tilapia

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

Graham Cracker-Crusted Tilapia Image

An easy, healthy tilapia recipe coated with graham cracker crumbs and pecans, baked until perfectly flaky.

Graham Cracker-Crusted Tilapia

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

An easy, healthy tilapia recipe coated with graham cracker crumbs and pecans, baked until perfectly flaky.

Graham Cracker-Crusted Tilapia image
tilapia
graham cracker crust
baked fish
healthy seafood
easy dinner
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
4

Chef's Tips

  • Use fresh lemon zest for the best flavor.

  • Toast the pecans beforehand to enhance their nuttiness.

  • Cut the tilapia pieces evenly to ensure even baking.

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Ingredients

USMetric

For the Tilapia

Instructions

Preparation

  1. 1

    Position oven rack slightly above the middle and preheat to 500°F (260°C). Coat a 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Cut tilapia fillets crosswise into 2-inch wide pieces.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Pour milk into a separate small bowl.

  4. 4

    Dip each piece of fish into the milk, then coat with the graham cracker mixture. Arrange in the prepared baking dish.

  5. 5

    Drizzle fish with canola oil and sprinkle toasted pecans on top.

  6. 6

    Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 portion (about 113g)

Calories 222
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g13%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 55mg18%
Sodium 240mg10%
Total Carbohydrates 10g4%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 24g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.