Skinny Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema

These
Skinny
Fish
Tacos
are
a
light
and
flavorful
meal,
perfect
for
a
quick
weeknight
dinner
or
a
casual
weekend
get-together.

Featuring
flaky,
spiced
fish
tucked
into
warm
tortillas
and
topped
with
a
tangy
cilantro
lime
crema,
they’re
packed
with
fresh
ingredients
and
vibrant
flavors.

Pair
them
with
a
side
of
fresh
coleslaw,
avocado
slices,
or
a
chilled
margarita
for
the
ultimate
taco
experience.

Crispy fish tacos, topped with creamy sauce and fresh slaw


Skinny
Fish
Tacos
with
Cilantro
Lime
Crema


A
light
and
flavorful
meal,
Skinny
Fish
Tacos
are
ideal
for
a
quick
weeknight
dinner
or
a
casual
weekend
gathering.


Prep
Time



15

minutes


Cook
Time



10

minutes


Course


Main
Course


Cuisine


Mexican


Servings


4


Calories



300


kcal

  • Mixing
    bowls

  • Small
    blender
    or
    food
    processor

  • 1
    Non-stick
    skillet
    or
    grill
    pan

  • 1
    Spatula

  • Measuring
    spoons
    and
    cups

  • 1
    Whisk
    or
    fork

  • Serving
    plates

For
the
fish


  • 1


    lb


    white
    fish
    fillets
    (tilapia,
    cod,
    or
    mahi-mahi)

  • 1


    tsp


    chili
    powder

  • 1/2


    tsp


    smoked
    paprika

  • 1/2


    tsp


    ground
    cumin

  • 1/2


    tsp


    garlic
    powder

  • 1/4


    tsp


    cayenne
    pepper
    (optional)

  • 1/2


    tsp


    salt

  • 1


    tbsp


    olive
    oil

For
the
Cilantro
Lime
Crema


  • 1/2


    cup


    Greek
    yogurt
    (plain,
    non-fat
    or
    low-fat)

  • 1/4


    cup


    fresh
    cilantro
    leaves,
    chopped

  • 1


    tbsp


    lime
    juice
    (about
    1
    lime)

  • 1/2


    tsp


    garlic
    powder

  • 1/4


    tsp


    salt

For
Assembly


  • 8


    small
    corn
    or
    flour
    tortillas

  • 1


    cup


    shredded
    red
    cabbage

  • 1/2


    cup


    diced
    tomatoes

  • 1/4


    cup


    chopped
    red
    onion

  • 1


    jalapeño,
    thinly
    sliced
    (optional)

  • Lime
    wedges
    for
    serving


  • Prepare
    the
    Cilantro
    Lime
    Crema:

    Combine
    Greek
    yogurt,
    cilantro,
    lime
    juice,
    garlic
    powder,
    and
    salt
    in
    a
    small
    blender
    or
    food
    processor.
    Blend
    until
    smooth
    and
    refrigerate
    until
    ready
    to
    use.



  • Season
    the
    Fish:

    Pat
    the
    fish
    fillets
    dry
    with
    paper
    towels.
    In
    a
    small
    bowl,
    mix
    chili
    powder,
    smoked
    paprika,
    cumin,
    garlic
    powder,
    cayenne
    (if
    using),
    and
    salt.
    Rub
    the
    spice
    mixture
    evenly
    over
    both
    sides
    of
    the
    fish.



  • Cook
    the
    Fish:

    Heat
    olive
    oil
    in
    a
    non-stick
    skillet
    or
    grill
    pan
    over
    medium
    heat.
    Add
    the
    fish
    and
    cook
    for
    3–4
    minutes
    per
    side,
    or
    until
    it
    becomes
    opaque
    and
    flakes
    easily
    with
    a
    fork.
    Remove
    from
    the
    skillet
    and
    let
    rest
    for
    2
    minutes
    before
    gently
    breaking
    it
    into
    large
    chunks.



  • Warm
    the
    Tortillas:

    Use
    the
    same
    skillet
    to
    warm
    the
    tortillas
    for
    20–30
    seconds
    per
    side,
    or
    wrap
    them
    in
    foil
    and
    heat
    in
    a
    low
    oven
    (300°F/150°C)
    for
    5
    minutes.



  • Assemble
    the
    Tacos:

    Place
    a
    few
    pieces
    of
    fish
    on
    each
    tortilla.
    Top
    with
    shredded
    cabbage,
    diced
    tomatoes,
    red
    onion,
    and
    jalapeño
    slices
    if
    desired.
    Drizzle
    with
    cilantro
    lime
    crema.



  • Serve:

    Garnish
    with
    lime
    wedges
    and
    extra
    cilantro.
    Serve
    immediately
    and
    enjoy!

Cooking
Tips


  • Fish
    Alternatives:

    Try
    shrimp
    or
    salmon
    if
    you
    prefer
    different
    seafood
    options.

  • Spice
    Level:

    Amp
    up
    the
    heat
    by
    adding
    more
    cayenne
    or
    a
    drizzle
    of
    hot
    sauce.

  • Tortilla
    Choices:

    Use
    whole
    wheat
    tortillas
    for
    extra
    fiber
    or
    opt
    for
    lettuce
    wraps
    as
    a
    low-carb
    alternative.

  • Crema
    Shortcut:

    If
    a
    blender
    isn’t
    available,
    finely
    chop
    the
    cilantro
    and
    whisk
    all
    crema
    ingredients
    by
    hand.


Keyword


FishTacos,
HealthyMeals,
LowCalorie,
MexicanCuisine,
QuickDinner,
SeafoodLovers


Why
Skinny
Fish
Tacos
Deserve
a
Spot
on
Your
Table

Healthy
eating
doesn’t
have
to
be
bland
or
boring.
Fish
tacos,
paired
with
vibrant
toppings
and
a
creamy
cilantro
lime
sauce,
bring
fresh
flavors
to
your
plate
while
keeping
the
calorie
count
in
check.
Perfect
for
weeknight
dinners
or
festive
gatherings,
they
offer
a
guilt-free
indulgence
everyone
can
enjoy.
Also,
consider

skinny
Baja
chicken
tacos
.

Nutritional
Advantages


  • Low
    in
    Calories
    :
    Each
    serving
    has
    just
    300
    calories,
    making
    it
    an
    excellent
    choice
    for
    those
    watching
    their
    intake.

  • High
    in
    Protein
    :
    The
    white
    fish
    fillets
    provide
    22g
    of
    protein
    per
    serving,
    supporting
    muscle
    health
    and
    keeping
    you
    full
    longer.

  • Rich
    in
    Fiber
    :
    With
    4g
    of
    fiber
    from
    the
    tortillas
    and
    fresh
    veggies,
    it’s
    a
    satisfying
    and
    balanced
    meal.

Fresh
Ingredients

Using
fresh
produce,
herbs,
and
spices
not
only
enhances
flavor
but
also
boosts
the
nutritional
value.
Ingredients
like
red
cabbage,
tomatoes,
and
cilantro
offer
essential
vitamins
and
minerals
that
contribute
to
overall
well-being.


Tips
for
Making
the
Most
of
Your
Tacos

Spice
It
Your
Way

  • For
    a
    bolder
    flavor,
    increase
    the
    smoked
    paprika
    or
    chili
    powder.
  • If
    heat
    is
    your
    preference,
    add
    an
    extra
    pinch
    of
    cayenne
    or
    top
    with
    thinly
    sliced
    jalapeños.

Creative
Toppings

Go
beyond
the
basics
with:

  • Pickled
    onions
    for
    a
    tangy
    crunch.
  • Avocado
    slices
    for
    creamy
    richness.
  • Grated
    cheese
    if
    you’d
    like
    a
    touch
    of
    indulgence.


Why
Fish
is
a
Fantastic
Protein
Choice


White
fish
,
such
as
tilapia
or
cod,
is
not
only
light
and
flaky
but
also
a
lean
source
of
protein.
It’s
low
in
saturated
fat,
making
it
heart-friendly,
and
is
packed
with

omega-3
fatty
acids
,
which
support
brain
and
heart
health.
Opting
for
seafood
over
heavier
proteins
can
help
keep
meals
light
while
delivering
essential
nutrients.


Hosting
a
Taco
Night
to
Remember

Friends eating tacos for dinner in a living room
Source:
YouTube/Screenshot,
Warm
tortillas
and
put
all
of
the
ingredients
on
the
table

Fish
tacos
are
easy
to
scale
up,
making
them
ideal
for
casual
gatherings.
To
create
a
fun,
interactive
experience,
set
up
a
taco
bar
with:

  • Warm
    tortillas
  • Assorted
    toppings
  • Bowls
    of
    cilantro
    lime
    crema
    Let
    guests
    customize
    their
    plates
    while
    enjoying
    the
    vibrant
    flavors.

Pair
your
tacos
with:

  • A
    crisp
    coleslaw
    for
    added
    crunch
  • Chilled
    margaritas
    or
    mocktails
    for
    a
    refreshing
    drink
    option
  • A
    platter
    of
    fresh
    fruit
    for
    a
    light
    dessert


Making
Healthy
Eating
Enjoyable

Healthy
meals
don’t
have
to
feel
restrictive.
A
recipe
like
skinny
fish
tacos
proves
that
wholesome
ingredients
and
bold
flavors
can
coexist
harmoniously.
Whether
shared
with
loved
ones
or
enjoyed
solo,
it’s
a
dish
that
satisfies
both
the
palate
and
the
body.