Learn how to grill tilapia with this quick recipe.

A flavorful garlic-butter mixture coats the grilled tilapia while charred lemons add a boost of acidity and brightness.

Serve alongside rice and green beans or use the fish as a filling for tacos.

Lemon-Garlic Grilled Tilapia

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(Alternatively, preheat a grill pan over high heat.)

Zest lemon to yield 1 teaspoon.

Cut the lemon in half crosswise.

Combine butter, garlic and lemon zest in a small microwave-safe bowl.

Microwave on Medium until the butter is melted, about 90 seconds, stirring halfway through.

Place the tilapia, buttered-sides down, on the oiled rack.

Brush the exposed sides of the fish evenly with the remaining butter mixture.

Cook until charred on the bottom, 3 to 4 minutes.

Flip gently and continue grilling until the fish is opaque, 2 to 3 minutes.

Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.

Squeeze the charred lemons over the fish, and sprinkle with parsley.

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