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Simple Fish Tacos

Simple Fish Tacos on a plate
Makes: 6 servings

Seasoned chunks of cod topped with fresh diced tomatoes, shredded cabbage, a squeeze of lime, and a dollop of cilantro-infused sour cream are all served on top of a warm corn tortilla. These fish tacos are the perfect combination of simplicity and excitement.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 packet taco seasoning, divided
  • 1 pound cod or white fish fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 12 corn tortillas, 6-inch, warmed
  • 2 cups red and green cabbage, shredded
  • 2 cups tomato, diced
  • lime wedges (for serving, optional)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, and 2 tablespoons seasoning mix.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine cod, oil, lemon juice, and remaining seasoning mix; pour into large skillet. Cook stirring constantly, over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes or until cod flakes easily when tested with a fork.
  4. Fill warm tortillas with fish mixture.
  5. Top with cabbage, tomato, sour cream mixture, lime wedges, and taco sauce.

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Source:

US Department of Health and Human Services
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 239
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 34 mg
Sodium 386 mg
Carbohydrates 36 g
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 1 g
Protein 16 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 101 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 574 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 239
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Linoleic Acid 1 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 34 mg
Carbohydrates 36 g
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 1 g
Protein 16 g
Minerals
Calcium 101 mg
Potassium 574 mg
Sodium 386 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 72 mg
Phosphorus 329 mg
Selenium 5 mg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 55 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.2 mg
Vitamin B12 0.1 mcg
Vitamin C 28 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 21 mcg
Folate 20 mcg
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 1 mg
Choline 22 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Grains 2 1/2 ounces
Protein Foods 2 ounces
Vegetables 3/4 cups