Healthy Tilapia Tacos with Creamy Cucumber Sauce

Name: Healthy Tilapia Tacos with Creamy Cucumber Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 English cucumber; 1/2 cup plain Greek-style yogurt; 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 teaspoon honey; Sea salt; Olive oil for sauteing; Four 5-ounce tilapia fillets; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 8 corn tortillas; Arugula, for serving

Servings: persons

1
Finely grate the English cucumber.
2
Squeeze out as much liquid as possible, then finely chop it.
3
In a medium bowl, combine the cucumber with the Greek-style yogurt, 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons of lemon juice and honey and whisk to combine.
4
Season to taste with 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon of sea salt.
5
Pour the remaining lemon juice over the tilapia, and season with 1/4 teaspoon each of sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
6
In a large frying pan, heat the extra-virgin olive oil over medium high heat.
7
Cook the tilapia for 3 minutes per side, until it flakes easily and is cooked through.
8
Break the tilapia into bite-size pieces.
9
Arrange a small handful of arugula on each tortilla and top with the tilapia and creamy cucumber sauce.

202

kcal

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Fat

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 English cucumber, 1/2 cup plain Greek-style yogurt, 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 teaspoon honey, and more.

Yes, Healthy Tilapia Tacos with Creamy Cucumber Sauce 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!