Express
Tilapia in Creamy Pesto Sauce
with Tuscan-style zucchini
Prep & Cook Time: 10-15 min.
Spice Level: Medium
Cook Within: 3 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Walnuts), Fish (Tilapia), Milk
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g net carbsPescatarianOver 30g protein
- Keto-Friendly
Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 2 Zucchini
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11 oz. Tilapia Fillets
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4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
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1 oz. Basil Pesto
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⅘ oz. Tuscan Herb Butter
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½ oz. Walnut Halves
- 2 tsp. Minced Garlic and Parsley
- 1 tsp. Garlic Pepper
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories470
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Carbohydrates11g
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Net Carbs8g
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Fat32g
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Protein36g
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Sodium1130mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 2 Large Non-Stick Pans
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken breasts, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using filets mignon, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Trim zucchini ends, halve lengthwise, and cut into 1/2" slices on an angle. Zucchini quantity may vary, but total weight will remain the same. Don't worry; recipe instructions are not impacted.
If you receive asparagus, trim off woody ends..Coarsely crush walnuts. -
2 Cook the Vegetables
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add zucchini to hot pan and stir occasionally until lightly browned and tender, 6-8 minutes.
Asparagus may need more time. Add 2 Tbsp. water, cover, and stir occasionally, 1-3 minutes.Add minced garlic and parsley, half the garlic pepper (reserve remaining for sauce), 1/4 tsp. salt, and butter (to taste). Stir until butter is melted and combined, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner.While vegetables cook, continue recipe. -
3 Cook the Tilapia
Pat tilapia dry and season all over with 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper.
Place another large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.Add tilapia to hot pan and cook until fish reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 2-3 minutes per side.Remove from burner. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil. Return pan to medium-low heat; no need to wipe clean. -
4 Make Sauce and Finish Dish
Add cream base, pesto, and remaining garlic pepper to hot pan used to cook tilapia. Stir often until sauce is slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes.
Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping tilapia with sauce and garnishing zucchini with crushed walnuts. Bon appétit!
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