Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Butter Tilapia

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 8–10 min | Calories: ~220 per serving

Ingredients:

• 4 tilapia fillets

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• ½ tsp paprika

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prep the fillets: Pat tilapia dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

2. Make garlic butter: In a small bowl, mix olive oil or melted butter with garlic, lemon juice, and zest.

3. Air fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Brush or drizzle garlic butter over tilapia fillets. Place fillets in the basket in a single layer. Cook 8–10 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.

4. Serve: Drizzle with any remaining garlic butter, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately with rice, vegetables, or a fresh salad.