Grilled Fish Tacos
These Grilled Fish Tacos are a fresh, flavorful, and healthy dinner option perfect for summer nights! Lightly seasoned fish is grilled to perfection, then topped with crunchy slaw, creamy avocado, and a zesty homemade sauce — all wrapped in warm tortillas.
Ingredients
For the Fish:
- 1 lb white fish fillets cod, tilapia, mahi-mahi, or halibut
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
For Serving:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1 avocado sliced
- Lime wedges for garnish
Optional Fish Taco Sauce:
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- ½ tsp honey
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Marinate the Fish:
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub over the fish and let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.
Grill the Fish:
- Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat. Grill fish for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky. Remove and gently break into chunks.
Prepare the Sauce (Optional):
- Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust spice level to taste.
Assemble the Tacos:
- Warm tortillas. Add grilled fish, shredded cabbage, red onion, avocado slices, and a drizzle of sauce. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Best fish choices: mild white fish like cod, mahi-mahi, or halibut.
- Can be grilled outdoors or on a stovetop grill pan.
- Add pickled onions or mango salsa for a twist.
- To make it dairy-free, skip the yogurt-based sauce or use a plant-based alternative.