Preheat the oven to 400°F
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels
Place the fillets on the baking sheet
Brush or drizzle the fillets with olive oil or melted butter
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and lemon juice
Add herbs like parsley, dill, or thyme if desired
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes
Check that the fish flakes easily with a fork
Remove from the oven and serve immediately