Grilled Tilapia Bowls With Chipotle Avocado Crema

Name: Grilled Tilapia Bowls With Chipotle Avocado Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Tilapia Seasoning; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; canola oil or vegetable oil; 2 large tilapia fillets; Chipotle Avocado Crema; 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt; juice of one lime; 1 large avocado; 1 garlic clove; 1 chipotle pepper (from a can of chipotle peppers in adobe sauce); salt & pepper; The Rest; 3 cups cooked quinoa or 3 cups cook brown rice; 15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained; 2 ears fresh corn, shucked; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro; 1 roma tomato, diced

Servings: persons

Tilapia Seasoning
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
canola oil or vegetable oil
2 large tilapia fillets
Chipotle Avocado Crema
1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt
juice of one lime
1 large avocado
1 garlic clove
1 chipotle pepper (from a can of chipotle peppers in adobe sauce)
salt & pepper
The Rest
3 cups cooked quinoa or 3 cups cook brown rice
15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
2 ears fresh corn, shucked
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
1 roma tomato, diced

1
In a food processor, add yogurt, juice of 1 lime, avocado, garlic clove, chipotle pepper, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate.
2
In a small bowl, add chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix together.
3
Rinse and pat dry tilapia filets. Rub oil over both sides of tilapia fillets. Season both sides of the fish with the seasoning, to taste.
4
Heat grill to medium high, grill the two ears of corn for 15-20 minutes. Turning the corn every 5 minutes. When cool to the touch, cut corn kernels from cob. Set aside.
5
Next, grill tilapia for 3-5 minutes on the first side and 3-5 on the second.
6
Remove both from the grill; set aside.
7
To assemble bowls, place 3/4 cup of cooked quinoa or brown rice in a bowl, then add in black beans, diced tomato, grilled corn, cilantro, tilapia and then top with Chipotle Avocado Crema.

771

kcal

Calories

Fat

158

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Tilapia Seasoning, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Grilled Tilapia Bowls With Chipotle Avocado Crema 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!