Description
Garlic-Lime Fish Taco Bowls offer a fresh and healthy twist on traditional fish tacos. Made with seasoned fish, fresh veggies, and a creamy sauce, this deconstructed taco bowl is quick, customizable, and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- White fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or halibut)
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Lime juice
- Cumin
- Paprika
- Chili powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Cooked rice or cauliflower rice
- Shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- Cherry tomatoes
- Avocado
- Cilantro
- Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Hot sauce (optional)
- Fresh jalapeño (optional)
- Cotija or feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Fish: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat the fish fillets with the marinade and let them sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Cook the Fish: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and cook the fish for 3-4 minutes per side until it flakes easily with a fork. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Base: In serving bowls, add a layer of cooked rice or cauliflower rice.
- Assemble the Bowls: Top the rice with shredded cabbage, cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and cooked fish.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt (or sour cream) with a splash of lime juice and hot sauce if using.
- Garnish and Serve: Drizzle the sauce over the bowls and sprinkle with chopped cilantro, jalapeño slices, and crumbled cotija or feta cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Low-Carb Option: Use cauliflower rice or lettuce instead of traditional rice.
- Dairy-Free: Replace Greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative like coconut yogurt.
- Extra Crunch: Add toasted pumpkin seeds or crushed tortilla chips for added texture.
- Spicier Version: Increase the amount of chili powder or add a drizzle of sriracha.
- Different Proteins: Swap fish for shrimp, chicken, or tofu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Healthy Bowls
- Method: Pan-frying (or grilling as an alternative)
- Cuisine: mexican inspired
Keywords: fish taco bowl, garlic-lime fish, healthy taco bowl, low-carb fish tacos, Mexican fish bowl