Almond-Crusted Tilapia

Ingredients

• 0.3 cup natural almonds whole
• 0.1 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon canola oil 
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard 
• 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs dry
• 1 teaspoon garlic and herb seasoning blend salt-free (such as Mrs. Dash)
• 12 ounce tilapia fillets 

Equipment

• food processor
• frying pan
• blender

Directions

1. Place first 4 ingredients in a blender or food processor; process 45 seconds or until finely ground.
2. Transfer crumb mixture to a shallow dish.
3. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
4. Brush mustard over both sides of fillets; dredge in crumb mixture.
5. Add fish to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork or until desired degree of doneness.
6. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired.