Lunch: Grilled Tilapia Piccata Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Grilled Tilapia Piccata Recipe

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk lemon peel, lemon juice, oil and garlic until blended; stir in capers and 2 tablespoons basil. Reserve 2 tablespoons mixture for drizzling cooked fish. Brush remaining mixture onto both sides of tilapia; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill tilapia, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until fish just begins to flakes easily with a fork. Drizzle with reserved lemon mixture; sprinkle with remaining basil.

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