Light Mango Tilapia Tacos (Printable Version)

Pan-seared tilapia with mango salsa and cabbage in corn tortillas for a fresh, healthy meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Tilapia

01 - 4 tilapia fillets (approximately 1.1 lbs)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
09 - Juice of ½ lime

→ For the Mango Salsa

10 - 1 large ripe mango, diced
11 - ½ small red onion, finely chopped
12 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
13 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
14 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - Juice of 1 lime
16 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ For Assembly

17 - 8 small corn tortillas
18 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
19 - Lime wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - Pat tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the fillets and drizzle with lime juice.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tilapia and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Transfer to a plate and break into large chunks.
03 - While the fish cooks, combine diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Toss gently to combine without breaking down the mango.
04 - Heat corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side, or warm in the microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel for 1 minute.
05 - Layer shredded red cabbage onto each warm tortilla, top with tilapia pieces, and spoon mango salsa generously over the fish.
06 - Transfer assembled tacos to serving plates and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes
  • Light yet satisfying with the perfect balance of protein and fresh vegetables
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free
  • Vibrant flavors from the sweet mango salsa complement the mild fish perfectly
  • Customizable heat level to suit your preference
02 -
  • For the juiciest mango salsa, let it sit for 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld
  • Warm your corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side for the best texture and flavor
  • If preparing for a party, set up a taco bar with all components separate so guests can build their own
  • To save time, prepare the mango salsa while the fish is cooking
  • For the perfect fish texture, avoid moving the fillets until they're ready to flip—this creates a nice sear
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