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Pan-Seared Tilapia & Spinach Grain Bowls

Pan-Seared Tilapia & Spinach Grain Bowls

with Basil, Peas, Almonds & Romesco Butter

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on November 20, 2025

This bright, Mediterranean-inspired bowl layers tender tilapia over a hearty blend of grains, spinach, and sweet green peas tossed with basil, parsley, lemon, and toasted almonds. Romesco butter adds smoky depth and ties everything together with vibrant, nutty flavor.

Tags:
High Protein
Quick
Easy Prep
New
Easy Cleanup
Sodium Smart
Allergens:
Fish
Wheat
Tree Nuts
Milk

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total Time15 minutes
Prep Time5 minutes
DifficultyEasy
serving amount

1 tablespoon

Fry Seasoning

6 tablespoon

Romesco Sauce

4 ounce

Peas

11 ounce

Tilapia

(Contains: Fish)

2.5 ounce

Spinach

1 unit

Lemon

2 tablespoon

Flour

(Contains: Wheat)

¼ ounce

Parsley

1 teaspoon

Garlic Powder

1 unit

Microwavable Grain Blend

½ ounce

Sliced Almonds

(Contains: Tree Nuts)

1 ounce

Basil Paste

Not included in your delivery

teaspoon (tsp)

Salt

2 tablespoon (tbsp)

Olive Oil

2 teaspoon (tsp)

Cooking Oil

2 tablespoon (tbsp)

Butter

(Contains: Milk)

teaspoon (tsp)

Black Pepper

/ per serving
Calories980 kcal
Fat56 g
Saturated Fat13 g
Carbohydrate73 g
Sugar7 g
Dietary Fiber10 g
Protein46 g
Cholesterol105 mg
Sodium440 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
Large Bowl
Paper Towel
Small Bowl
Large Pan

Cooking Steps

Prep
1
  • Place 2 TBSP butter (4 TBSP for 4 servings) in a small microwave-safe bowl; bring to room temperature. Wash and dry produce.
  • Roughly chop parsley. Quarter lemon
  • Massage grain blend in package to separate grains; partially open package. Microwave until heated through, 1½-2 minutes. TIP: Microwave times may vary. Be careful when handling and opening the pouch.
Make Salad
2
  • Transfer grains to a large bowl. Add spinach, peas, almonds, garlic powder, half the parsley, basil paste, a squeeze of lemon juice, 2 TBSP olive oil (4 TBSP for 4 servings), salt, and pepper. Stir until spinach begins to wilt. Set aside.
Cook Fish
3
  • Pat tilapia* dry with paper towels; season all over with Fry Seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle both sides with flour; press to adhere. 
  • Heat a large drizzle of oil in a large, preferably nonstick, pan over medium-high heat. Add tilapia and cook until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Flip; cook until opaque and cooked through, 2-3 minutes more. Turn off heat; transfer to a plate.
Finish & Serve
4
  • Microwave butter until softened, 5-10 seconds. Stir in romesco sauce and remaining parsley.
  • Divide grain salad between bowls. Top with tilapia and dollop with romesco butter. Serve with remaining lemon wedges on the side.

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