Daily Dish

Blackened Tilapia with Zucchini Noodles

Healthy Fact of the Day

Zucchini noodles, also known as "zoodles," are a low-carb and nutrient-dense alternative to traditional pasta, providing a good source of vitamins and minerals while being low in calories.

Ingredients

 

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 medium zucchinis, spiralized or julienned
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

 

Instructions

  1. Pat the tilapia fillets dry and evenly coat them with the blackening seasoning on both sides.

  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. Cook the seasoned tilapia fillets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are opaque and flaky.

  4. Remove the cooked tilapia from the skillet and set aside.

  5. In the same skillet, add the spiralized or julienned zucchini noodles and minced garlic.

  6. Sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes, tossing frequently, until they are slightly softened but still crisp.

  7. Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.

  8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  9. Serve the blackened tilapia fillets over a bed of zucchini noodles.

  10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Enjoy this zesty and flavorful blackened tilapia paired with the freshness of zucchini noodles for a delightful and healthy meal.

Recent Recipes

How to Build a Week of Dinners

  • June 6, 2026
  • 3 min read

Breakfast Poutine

  • June 6, 2026
  • 11 min read

The Humble Ingredient That Quietly Runs Every

  • June 6, 2026
  • 9 min read

Louisiana Voodoo Fries

  • June 6, 2026
  • 8 min read

Domino’s Is Offering 50% Off Any Pizza

  • June 5, 2026
  • 2 min read

The Strange Science of Why We Crave

  • June 5, 2026
  • 10 min read

Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta

  • June 5, 2026
  • 9 min read

Crumbl’s Breakfast Week Menu Is Here —

  • June 4, 2026
  • 3 min read

Cherry Coke Margarita

  • June 4, 2026
  • 11 min read

The Unexpected Places Where Great Food Lives

  • June 4, 2026
  • 10 min read

Tip of the Day

“Always let your meat rest before slicing.”

Whether you're roasting a chicken, grilling steak, or baking pork tenderloin, letting cooked meat rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing allows the juices to redistribute evenly. This simple step keeps your meat juicy and tender, ensuring every bite is flavorful and moist. Bonus: It gives you a moment to plate your sides or garnish for a perfect presentation!

Our Latest Recipes

Blog
Daily Disher

How to Build a Week of Dinners From a Single Aldi Trip

Aldi is one of the easiest places to eat well on a budget — if you know where to look. Their fresh produce section is consistently affordable and rotates seasonally, which makes it easy to build meals around whatever’s freshest. The Simply Nature organic line covers pantry staples like canned beans, pasta, and olive oil at prices that undercut most conventional grocery stores. Prioritizing produce, proteins, and whole grains over packaged convenience items is the move that keeps both the grocery bill and the calorie count reasonable.

Read More »
Breakfast
Benjamin Brown

Breakfast Poutine

Eggs provide all nine essential amino acids while potatoes deliver potassium and vitamin C—making this indulgent dish more nutritious than it appears, especially when you add the protein-rich cheese curds.

Read More »
Blog
Daily Disher

The Humble Ingredient That Quietly Runs Every Great Kitchen

Alliums — onions, garlic, leeks, shallots, and their relatives — contain a family of organosulfur compounds that have been extensively studied for their health-protective effects. Allicin, produced when garlic is crushed or chopped, has demonstrated antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and cardiovascular-protective properties in multiple clinical studies. Quercetin, present in high concentrations in onions, is one of the most studied dietary antioxidants and has been associated with reduced inflammation and improved cardiovascular markers. Regular consumption of alliums across a varied diet is one of the most consistent dietary patterns associated with reduced chronic disease risk in large-scale epidemiological studies.

Read More »

Get your daily dose of delicious!

Skip to content