Blackened Fish Tacos with Avocado Sauce

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BLACKENED FISH TACOS WITH AVOCADO SAUCE

Blackened Fish Tacos are paired with a refreshing cilantro, lime, and avocado sauce for an epic taco flavor combo!  This quick and easy taco recipe makes a healthy gluten-free dinner or lunch and can be made with tilapia, cod, or any other white-fleshed fish.

Ingredients

1 lb. tilapia fillets or other white-fleshed fish fillets, approximately ¾ - 1 inch thick*

2-3 Tbsp. olive oil

Blackened Seasoning:

• 1 tsp. paprika
• ¼ tsp. garlic powder
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• 1/8 – ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper depending on your spice preference
• ¼ tsp. oregano dried
• ¾ tsp. salt

Serving:

• 8 corn tortillas*
• ½ cup cabbage shredded
• ¼ cup cilantro finely chopped
• ¼ cup green onions chopped
• ¼ cup queso fresco crumbled, optional
• See this recipe in Meal Plan #5

Instructions

1. In a small bowl combine blackened seasoning ingredients. Toss to combine.
2. Sprinkle blackened seasoning over both sides of the fish fillets. Rub seasoning into the fillets.
3. Place 2-3 tablespoons of oil into a cast iron skillet over medium-low heat. Add fish fillets to heated skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on both sides.*
4. While fish fillets are cooking, place avocado, yogurt, lime juice, 2 tablespoons cilantro, and ¼ teaspoon of salt into a small food processor or blender. Process until completely smooth and thoroughly combined.
5. Serve cooked fish on corn tortillas* with avocado sauce, cabbage, additional cilantro, green onions and queso fresca.  See this recipe in Meal Plan #5.

Recipe Notes

• If you choose another type of fish with a thickness greater than ¾ - 1 inch, be sure to cook the fish for additional time to ensure they are completely cooked.
• Warm up your corn tortillas in a skillet with a bit of coconut oil for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Blackened Fish Tacos with Avocado Sauce

Amount Per Serving

Calories 401Calories from Fat 171

% Daily Value*

Fat 19g29%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Cholesterol 62mg21%

Sodium 585mg25%

Potassium 748mg21%

Carbohydrates 30g10%

Fiber 7g29%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 29g58%

Vitamin A 550IU11%

Vitamin C 12mg15%

Calcium 119mg12%

Iron 1.8mg10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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