Ginger & Oregano Tilapia

Tilapia is a healthy and quick meal to do for lunch or dinner. It is not too tough to bite into. Consuming fish helps the cardiovascular system and nervous system. It has protein, omega 3's, and vitamin B12. You can serve tilapia with a small salad and with a vegetable on the side. 

In this example, the tilapia is served with a spinach salad and with broccoli. However, you can choose any salad and vegetable substitute. The main spices in this meal are ginger and oregano. Ginger and oregano lower blood sugar levels. Garlic cloves were used to make it a heart-healthy meal. 

Chia seeds were added to the salad because chia seeds have fiber. Chia seeds aid in weight loss and the digestive system. Also, chia seeds help manage sugar levels. Chia seeds dissolve in liquid and it was mixed with the olive oil and vinegar dressing. Here is the recipe for making this tilapia meal. 

Ingredients:

Ginger powder

Oregano leaves

2 to 3 Garlic Cloves

1 to 2 Lemons 

1 package of Tilapia

Cilantro

Pepper

1 Fajita Mix Package (Bell peppers & Onions) 

Salad: 

Spinach

Parmesan cheese

Tomatoes

Olive Oil and Vinegar Salad Dressing

Chia Seeds

Side Dish: 

Broccoli or any other vegetable 

Serving: 

This meal serves two people. 

Preparation and Cooking Time: 

First, wash and rinse the cilantro. Then, wash and rinse the tilapia. After that rub the Ginger, Oregano, and Pepper onto the tilapia. Second, use a garlic presser to press two or three garlic cloves. Third, place the fajita mix in one skillet with a little bit of water. 

Fourth, place the tilapia in the skillet. Wash one or two lemons. Then, use a squeeze juicer to squeeze the lemons. Next, pour the lemon juice onto the bell peppers, onions, and tilapia. Remove the leaves from the stems of the cilantro. 

After that put the cilantro leaves on top of the tilapia, bell peppers, and onions. Cook everything for approximately ten or fifteen minutes. Once the tilapia begins to flake with the fork, you can turn off the stove. Serve the tilapia with broccoli and with the spinach salad. The spinach salad has tomatoes, parmesan cheese, chia seeds, and olive oil with vinegar dressing. Below are links about the health benefits of ginger, oregano, chia seeds, and tilapia. 

Ginger-Health Benefits and Dietary Tips:

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/265990

Oregano-An Herb Fit for Your Kitchen and Medicine Cabinet:

https://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/why-is-oregano-good-for-me

What is Tilapia? If it's a Real Fish, If it's Good for Your Health:

https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/diet/tilapia-its-real-fish-its-good-your-health-more/

Health Benefits of Chia Seeds: 

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-health-benefits-of-chia-seeds

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