Description
Blackened Fish Taco Bowls are a vibrant and delicious meal that brings a burst of flavor to your table. Perfect for any occasion, these bowls feature tender blackened fish paired with fresh, colorful toppings that create a satisfying crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep, you can whip up this healthy, customizable dish that’s ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you stick to the classic toppings or explore new combinations, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets of white fish (tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 avocado
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 cup corn
- Shredded lettuce or cabbage
- Pico de gallo or diced tomatoes
- Greek yogurt or sour cream for creamy sauce
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine spices (smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper) for the spice blend.
- Pat fish fillets dry and rub with olive oil and the spice blend; squeeze lime juice over them.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook fish for 3-4 minutes per side until blackened and flaky.
- In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt to make the creamy sauce.
- Assemble bowls by dividing rice among four bowls. Top with fish, beans, corn, lettuce/cabbage, avocado, pico de gallo, cilantro, cheese (if using), and drizzle with creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg