Easy 3‑Ingredients Baked Fish

When prices rise, it can feel challenging to keep meals both healthy and affordable.  But with a bit of creativity, you can still serve nourishing dishes that don’t strain the budget.  Frozen fish, simple pantry staples, and a touch of seasoning come together beautifully in this recipe.  It’s quick, family‑friendly, and requires only three ingredients—proof that good food doesn’t have to be complicated.

🛒 Ingredients: (per person)

• 1 tilapia fillet (about 6 oz, frozen or fresh)
• 1/4 cup store‑bought salsa
• 2 tbsp low‑fat Italian dressing
• 1 tbsp olive oil

👩‍🍳 Directions:

1.    Prepping the fish: Place frozen tilapia fillets in a baking dish and let them thaw.

2.    Adding flavor: Once thawed, drizzle olive oil over the fish. Spoon salsa on top, then pour Italian dressing evenly.

3.    Baking: Place the dish in a preheated counter oven (or regular oven) at 375°F.  Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

4.    Serving: Enjoy warm with rice, salad, or steamed vegetables.

💡 Tips:

• Adjust flavors to your family’s taste: try spicy salsa for a kick, or full‑fat dressing for extra richness.
• Frozen fish is budget‑friendly and works just as well as fresh.
• Double the recipe for gatherings—this dish scales easily.

✨ This version highlights simplicity and affordability while making the instructions easy to follow.