Parmesan Crusted Tilapia with Spinach Pesto
Ingredients:
4 tilapia fillets
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Spinach Pesto:
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
1/4 cup walnuts or pine nuts
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup olive oil
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Combine the Parmesan, breadcrumbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
3. Press the mixture onto the top of each tilapia fillet.
4. Place the fillets on a greased baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
5. Meanwhile, prepare the spinach pesto by blending the spinach, nuts, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor.
6. Serve the Parmesan-crusted tilapia with a dollop of spinach pesto on top.