Delicious Tilapia in Parchment: A Flavorful Fish Delight

Ingredients

• Softened unsalted butter on a stick
• A tablespoon of basil pesto
• Seven sheets of parchment paper
• Thin strips of two medium red potatoes
• Thin strips of a yellow squash
• Diced yellow onion
• Two tablespoons of olive oil
• Six tilapia fillets
• A pinch of sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
• Six tablespoons of white wine

Step 1

Combine the fragrant basil with creamy butter until they blend harmoniously. Spread the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper and roll it up tightly, forming a delightful log. Let it chill in the refrigerator until it sets, usually for a minimum of 4 hours.

Step 2

As the oven heats up to a cozy 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), mingle the potatoes, squash, and onion in a bowl for a colorful medley.

Step 3

Now, take each parchment paper sheet and cut it into a 15-inch square. Fold it in half, then shape it into a semi-circle by trimming the edges. Unfold the parchment and place a generous handful of the mixed vegetables on one side of each circle.

Step 4

Drizzle a teaspoon of flavorful olive oil over each piece of tender tilapia, followed by a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Nestle the seasoned fillets atop the veggies and add an extra dash of salt and pepper. Enhance each fillet with a couple of luscious slices of pesto butter and a splash of white wine.

Step 5

Fold the empty half of the parchment paper over the fish and veggies, creating a whimsical quesadilla-like shape. Seal the edges by twisting them, creating little parcels of goodness. Gently transfer these packets to a baking sheet.

Step 6

Let them bake in the preheated oven until the tilapia easily flakes with a fork, typically around 20 minutes. Carefully unfold the parchment paper before serving this delectable dish.