Cilantro-Lime Mahi Mahi Tacos Recipe

Name: Cilantro-Lime Mahi Mahi Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 3 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, roughly chopped, plus more for garnish, if desired; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 1 lb mahi mahi; 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 2 3/4 teaspoons honey, divided; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided; 3 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced; 3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 lime, zest of; 8 corn tortillas; 1 avocado, thinly sliced; 2 limes, quartered

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, roughly chopped, plus more for garnish, if desired
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 lb mahi mahi
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 3/4 teaspoons honey, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
3 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 lime, zest of
8 corn tortillas
1 avocado, thinly sliced
2 limes, quartered

1
In a resealable plastic bag, combine 3 tablespoons lime juice, water, 1 tablespoons cilantro, garlic, cumin and cayenne. Add fish, seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate, turning once, 1 hour.
2
In a bowl, combine vinegar, oil, 2 teaspoons honey, 1/4 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoons pepper. Add cabbage; toss well.
3
In another bowl, combine sour cream, 1 tablespoons lime juice, zest, 3/4 teaspoons honey and 1/2 teaspoons salt.
4
Heat grill. Remove fish from marinade; season with remaining 1/2 teaspoons salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoons pepper. Grill, turning once, until just cooked through and lightly charred, 4 minutes per side.
5
Transfer fish to a cutting board and coarsely chop.
6
Grill tortillas, turning once, 30 seconds per side. Divide fish, slaw and avocado among tortillas, then top with sour cream mixture. Garnish with lime juice and extra cilantro, if desired.

350

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 3 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, roughly chopped, plus more for garnish, if desired, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Cilantro-Lime Mahi Mahi Tacos falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cilantro-Lime Mahi Mahi Tacos

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