Description
Blackened Fish Taco Bowls are a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together the bold flavors of blackened fish, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sauce over a hearty base of rice. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also offers the flexibility to customize ingredients based on your preferences. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up these delicious bowls that are packed with nutrition and flavor, making them ideal for meal prep or a delightful weeknight dinner. Enjoy the perfect balance of spices and fresh ingredients in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets of white fish (tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 avocado
- ½ cup pico de gallo
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 cups shredded lettuce or cabbage (green or purple)
- 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or grilled)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix spices: smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Pat fish fillets dry; rub with olive oil and spice blend. Squeeze lime juice on top.
- Heat skillet over medium-high heat; cook fish for 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and flaky. Remove from skillet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt to make the creamy sauce.
- Divide cooked rice among bowls; top with shredded lettuce or cabbage, black beans, corn, and blackened fish.
- Add avocado slices, pico de gallo, cilantro, drizzle with creamy sauce, and serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg