Grilled Tilapia

I like ridiculously easy recipes. I admit it. What could be easier than slathering fish fillets with olive oil, sprinkling on seasoning, and then pan-frying them until they're done? I defy anyone to come up with a simpler main course recipe. That being said, this easy, healthy recipe is ridiculously fast. It's done in about 10 minutes, so if you're serving sides, make them first and prepare the fish as your last step. Mild, flaky tilapia fillets are brushed with extra virgin olive oil and seasoned (see note), then quickly pan-fried to produce a highly flavored and delicious meal. Traditional sides for fish include fries and coleslaw, but if you're going for lighter fare, try steamed vegetables or couscous. Peas make a surprisingly good accompaniment. This recipe is gluten-free and low glycemic index/diabetic friendly.

Grilled Tilapia

2 lb. tilapia fillets

Extra virgin olive oil

*Cajun seasoning, to taste

*Old Bay seasoning, to taste

Preheat a nonstick skillet pan or grill to medium-high heat.

Pat dry the fillets, then brush both sides with extra virgin olive oil. Season both sides with the Cajun seasoning and Old Bay.

Cook the fillets for 4 - 5 minutes on each side, then serve immediately.

Serves 4 - 6, depending on the size of the fillets

NOTE:  If you don't want to use, or don't like, Cajun/Old Bay seasonings, a good (and very tasty) alternative is the SALT-FREE Caribbean Citrus seasoning from Mrs. Dash. It's mildly spicy with good citrus undertones.