Memorial Day Grilled Fish Tacos
Memorial Day Grilled Fish Tacos are a vibrant, flavor-packed dish perfect for outdoor gatherings. Fresh fish and zesty toppings create an unforgettable taste experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 tacos each) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh white fish fillets (tilapia or cod)
- 8 soft corn tortillas
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup shredded green and purple cabbage slaw
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F) and pat fish fillets dry.
- In a bowl, mix lime juice, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Coat the fish in the marinade and let it sit for 30 minutes.
- Combine shredded cabbage with lime juice and salt in a separate bowl to make slaw.
- Grill fish for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through and slightly charred.
- Warm tortillas on the grill or in foil.
- Assemble tacos with grilled fish, slaw, avocado slices, cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the fish marinate longer than 30 minutes.
- Feel free to customize toppings with mango salsa or pickled onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg