Grilled Fish Tacos Recipe with Avocado Sauce

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Grilled fish tacos with avocado sauce offer easy, quick preparation with simple ingredients that create a deliciously satisfying and healthy meal option. The grilled fish provides smoky flavor and firm texture while the creamy avocado sauce adds richness and cooling contrast. This straightforward recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort, making it perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something fresh and flavorful.

Grilled fish tacos with avocado sauce

Easy, fairly quick, and simple to make grilled fish tacos with a tasty avocado sauce.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds mahi mahi fillets

  • 4 ½ teaspoons chipotle chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 large avocado – peeled, pitted, and cubed

  • ½ cup sour cream

  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

  • nonstick cooking spray

  • 8 (8 inch) flour tortillas, warmed

  • 3 cups shredded cabbage

  • 3 medium limes, quartered

Directions

  1. Rinse fish and pat dry; cut into four equal portions.

  2. Mix 4 teaspoons chili powder, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Dredge fish in the mixture, patting and dusting for even coverage. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  3. Meanwhile, mash avocado in another bowl. Add sour cream, cilantro, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and mix until smooth.

  4. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Coat the inside of a grill basket with nonstick spray and place fish inside the basket.

  5. Place the basket on the preheated grill and cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and transfer fish to a plate. Break into bite-sized pieces.

  6. Serve fish on warmed tortillas topped with shredded cabbage and a dollop of the avocado sauce. Plate with lime wedges.

Cook’s Note:

Tilapia or other white fish can be substituted for the mahi mahi.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

361 Calories
13g Fat
36g Carbs
27g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 361
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g16%
Saturated Fat 4g19%
Cholesterol 90mg30%
Sodium 642mg28%
Total Carbohydrate 36g13%
Dietary Fiber 6g20%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 27g54%
Vitamin C 21mg23%
Calcium 81mg6%
Iron 4mg20%
Potassium 820mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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