Description
Flavorful blackened fish taco bowls made with spiced pan-seared fish, rice, fresh vegetables, and a creamy lime sauce for a quick and healthy meal.
Ingredients
- For the Blackened Fish:
- 4 fillets white fish (tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- For the Taco Bowl Base:
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice)
- 2 cups shredded lettuce or cabbage
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or grilled)
- For the Toppings:
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo or diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
- For the Creamy Sauce:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. In a small bowl mix smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
2. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Rub each fillet with olive oil and coat evenly with the spice mixture. Squeeze lime juice over the fish.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the fish for 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and flaky, then remove from heat.
4. In a small bowl whisk together Greek yogurt or sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt to create the creamy sauce.
5. Divide the cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Add shredded lettuce or cabbage, black beans, and corn.
6. Place a blackened fish fillet on top of each bowl.
7. Add avocado slices, pico de gallo, cilantro, and crumbled cheese if using. Drizzle with the creamy sauce and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
You can substitute shrimp or chicken for the fish if desired.
Cauliflower rice works well for a lower-carb option.
Add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
Grilled corn adds extra smoky flavor to the bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g