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Healthy Tilapia Fish Tacos Recipe

These Tilapia Fish Tacos deliver restaurant-quality results in under 30 minutes. Mild, flaky tilapia pairs with vibrant slaw and creamy lime crema for a fresh, flavorful, and foolproof taco night favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb tilapia fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne optional
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • Avocado slices optional
  • Extra lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Combine shredded cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss and set aside.
  2. Whisk sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, and salt to make lime crema. Rest 5 minutes.
  3. Pat tilapia dry. Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Season fish evenly.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Cook tilapia 2–3 minutes per side until golden and flaky. Rest 2 minutes.
  5. Warm tortillas in a dry pan or over a flame until pliable.
  6. Flake tilapia and assemble tacos: fish first, slaw, then lime crema. Add avocado if desired.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges and hot sauce.

Notes

Pat fish very dry for proper searing. Don’t overcook—remove at 130°F to finish cooking off-heat. Warm tortillas to prevent cracking.