Grilled Tilapia Taco Recipe

Forget everything you thought you knew about fish tacos! This recipe transforms simple tilapia into a vibrant, flavorful fiesta in your mouth. Inspired by a California culinary awakening, these tacos are bursting with fresh, zesty goodness. The chipotle taco sauce (product #214124, optional) adds a smoky kick, but the star is the perfectly grilled tilapia, nestled in warm tortillas with creamy avocado crema and crunchy red cabbage. Get ready for a taste of California sunshine!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 512.4 kcal
Protein 64g
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Ingredients for Grilled Tilapia Taco

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How to Make Grilled Tilapia Taco

  1. Combine 1 ripe avocado, scooped and pitted, with ½ cup sour cream in a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Refrigerate the avocado crema for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  3. In a resealable bag, whisk together the juice of 2 limes with 1 tablespoon of your favorite taco seasoning.
  4. Add 1 pound tilapia fillets to the bag, ensuring they are evenly coated in the lime mixture. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium-low heat. Grill the tilapia for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Warm corn or flour tortillas according to package directions.
  7. Spread a generous layer of chilled avocado crema on each tortilla.
  8. Top with the grilled tilapia, a sprinkle of chopped cilantro (about ¼ cup), and shredded red cabbage (about ½ cup).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

27g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Grilled Tilapia Taco?

Grilled Tilapia Taco takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Grilled Tilapia Taco?

Grilled Tilapia Taco has approximately 512.4 calories per serving, with about 64 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Grilled Tilapia Taco?

The key ingredients for Grilled Tilapia Taco are Tilapia Fillets, Taco Seasoning, Lime, Cilantro, Cabbage, Tortilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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