Baked Tilapia with Lime and Cilantro Pesto Recipe

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Baked Tilapia with Lime and Cilantro Pesto

Contributed by: Melinda

Serves 2 - 3

1 lb. tilapia fillets
Zest and juice from two limes
1 large clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 cup very finely minced fresh cilantro leaves
1-2 tbl olive oil

Preheat oven to 350º
Pat fillets dry with paper towels
Combine remaining ingredients to form a paste (pesto)
Brush about 1 tbl of the cilantro pesto over the bottom of a baking dish
Place dry fillets in baking dish in a single layer
Pour remaining pesto over the fillets and rub or brush to cover
Cover pan with foil
Bake for 20-30 minutes until done to your taste

Garnish with lime wedges and fresh leaves of cilantro if desired

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