Grilled Fish Tacos with Lime Sauce
Delicious grilled fish tacos topped with a zesty lime cilantro sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Grill or Grill Pan
- mixing bowl
- measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
Fish Ingredients
- 1 lb White fish fillets (tilapia or cod) Fresh fish for grilling.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil For marinating the fish.
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adds spice and flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Enhances the flavor profile.
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder For added flavor.
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
Tortillas
- 4 Corn or flour tortillas For serving.
Lime Cilantro Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Base for the sauce.
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess to the sauce.
- 1 whole Lime Juiced and zested for flavor.
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped For freshness in the sauce.
- 1 clove Garlic, minced For flavor in the sauce.
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning the sauce.
Toppings
- 1 cup Shredded cabbage For crunch.
- 1 whole Avocado, sliced For creaminess.
- to taste Lime wedges For serving.
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add fish fillets and coat well. Marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, chopped cilantro, and minced garlic. Mix until smooth and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side. Place grilled fish in the center of each tortilla, top with shredded cabbage and avocado slices.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill marinated fish for 3-4 minutes on each side until flaky. Remove and let rest for a few minutes.
- Assemble tacos by drizzling lime cilantro sauce over the fish and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Feel free to customize your tacos with different fish or toppings to suit your taste.