If you’re looking for a way to increase fish in your diet that is more than just fish sticks and baked salmon, fish tacos can be a great addition. For lots of flavor and different textures, fish tacos with mango salsa are the perfect choice.
What You’ll Need:
- Mangos
- Lime
- Jalapeno
- Red bell pepper
- Red onion
- Cilantro
- Salt
- Mild white fish like cod
- Cumin
- Paprika
- Chili powder
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Red cabbage
- Corn tortillas
Why Make Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa
Fish is a great protein option. While fish like cod may not be super high in omega 3 fatty acids, it is still a heart healthy protein choice. Top it with fresh salsa and cabbage for flavor, antioxidants, and fiber.
If you’re in a meal planning rut, choosing a theme for each day can be super helpful. Fish tacos with mango salsa are a great addition to your taco Tuesday planning.
What Fish Can You Use?
I would go for any mild white fish here. Think cod, tilapia, sole, grouper, haddock, etc.
Salsa Variations
You can add or subtract whatever you want from the salsa. For more spice, opt for a pepper like serrano or fresno. You can also add pineapple or avocado.
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Fish Taco with Mango Salsa
Ingredients
- 2 mangos peeled, pit removed, chopped
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 jalapeno minced
- 1 bell pepper red, chopped
- 1/4 red onion minced
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 lb fish mild, white fish like cod or tilapia
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 small head red cabbage shredded
- 12 corn tortillas
Instructions
- Into a medium bowl, add mango, lime juice, jalapeno, bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and salt. Toss to combine and set aside.
- Cut fish up into bit sized pieces and sprinkle with cumin, paprika, chili powder, onion powder, and garlic powder. Turn to coat.
- Heat skillet over medium high heat. Add olive oil and fish and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until fish reaches internal temperature of 165℉.
- Heat tortillas in a dry pan.
- Top each tortilla with fish, salsa, cabbage and cilantro. Enjoy!
Nutrition
An award winning recipe developer, Dietitian Kaitlin’s mission is to empower others to reach their health goals by encouraging them to get back into the kitchen. Co-author of Nourished: 10 Ingredients to Happy, Healthy Eating and Cooking with Diabetes.
