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Low Carb Fish Taco Bowls


  • Author: Julia
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Delicious and healthy fish taco bowls loaded with seasoned white fish, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, and tangy sauce. Perfect for low-carb and keto lifestyles.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 pounds white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or mahi-mahi)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 2 cups purple cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 medium avocados, sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 2 limes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce

Instructions

  1. 1. Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels. Mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  2. 2. Brush both sides of fish with 1 tablespoon olive oil and generously coat with seasoning mixture. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  3. 3. While sauce ingredients together in a bowl: sour cream, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and hot sauce. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. 4. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish and cook for 4 minutes without moving.
  5. 5. Flip fish carefully and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  6. 6. Remove fish from heat and let rest for 2 minutes, then flake into large chunks with a fork.
  7. 7. Assemble bowls by layering romaine lettuce and purple cabbage in serving bowls.
  8. 8. Top with flaked fish, cherry tomatoes, and avocado slices.
  9. 9. Drizzle with creamy sauce, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Slice avocado fresh when assembling. Fish can also be grilled or baked at 400°F for 12-15 minutes.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Searing
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 385
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 28g

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