Grilled Herbed Tilapia in Foil Packets Recipe
Grilled Tilapia with Dill and Chives
Ingredients
This recipe yields 2 servings. Ingredient amounts are automatically adjusted, but cooking times and steps remain the same. Keep in mind that not all recipes scale perfectly.
- 2 tilapia fillets
- teaspoon dried dill weed
- teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 10 chives, cut in half
- 1 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
- Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Directions
Step 1: Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Step 2: Tear off 2 large squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil.
Step 3: Place each tilapia fillet on top of a foil square. Season with dill, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 4: Place 5 chives (cut in half) on top of each fillet, followed by butter pieces.
Step 5: Fold the foil into loose packets, ensuring there is enough space for steam to circulate inside.
Step 6: Place the foil packets on the preheated grill. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Cook's Note:
You can also cook this recipe over charcoal for about 15 minutes for an added smoky flavor.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Information | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 191 | - |
| Total Fat | 10g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 352mg | 15% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | - |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 486mg | 10% |
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Comments
Daniel Martin
10/27/2024 12:23:47 AM
The flavors are bold and perfectly balanced.
Soup Loving Nicole
10/13/2019 08:55:37 PM
Fast and simple. Because this sits in foil it doesn't get a good brown on it so it could easily be done in an oven. I stuck my foil packet under the oven broiler for a few to get some color. Flavor wise this is spot on though and would be great for camping.