Parmesan Crusted Pesto Tilapia with Roasted Tomatoes

This dish could not be easier to make, you simply sprinkle the parmeson on the fillets and broil them along with the cherry tomatoes until the fish is cooked and the tomatoes have roasted up and started to burst. If you are looking for a tasty, quick and light dish you really cannot go wrong with this parmesan crusted pesto tilapia with roasted tomatoes! 

Parmesan Crusted Pesto Tilapia with Roasted Tomatoes

A light, simple and delightful tilapia fillet topped with melted parmesan, basil pesto and roasted tomatoes.

ingredients

• 4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano (parmesan), grated
• 4 cups cherry tomatoes or small tomatoes on the vine
• 1/4 cup basil pesto

directions

1. Season the fillets with salt and pepper, sprinkle on the parmesan and broil along with the cherry tomatoes until the parmesan is golden brown and the fish is no longer translucent, about 10-12 minutes. (Tip: Broil the tomatoes on aluminum foil to catch all of the juices.)
2. Serve the fish topped with pesto and roasted tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 245, Fat 6g (Saturated 3g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 94mg, Sodium 322mg, Carbs 6g (Fiber 1g, Sugars 4g), Protein 40g

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