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Grilled Tilapia with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette for Two

“We aren’t big fish eaters, but a friend made this for us, and we couldn’t believe how wonderful it was! Now we eat it regularly. It’s simple, looks lovely and tastes restaurant-worthy.” Beth Cooper - Columbus, Ohio

2 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 25 min.

Ingredients

4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel
2 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

For vinaigrette, in a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, 3 teaspoons
basil, olive oil, garlic, capers and lemon peel; set aside 1
tablespoon for sauce. Sprinkle fillets with salt and pepper. Brush
both sides of fillets with remaining vinaigrette.
Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and
lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or
broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until fish
flakes easily with a fork. Brush with reserved vinaigrette and
sprinkle with remaining basil. Yield: 2 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet equals 206 calories,

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Grilled Tilapia with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette for Two (continued)

Nutrition Facts: 8 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 83 mg cholesterol, 398 mg sodium, 2 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 32 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.

Wine: Light-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.