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Simple Fish Tacos

Simple Fish Tacos

144 Ratings
144 Ratings
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Simple Fish Tacos on a plate
Makes: 6 servings
Total Cost: $$$$

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 sour cream (non-fat)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (fat-free)
  • 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
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cups red and green cabbage (shredded)
  • 2 cups tomato (diced)
  • 12 corn tortillas (6-inch, warmed)
  • 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, vegetable 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.

Notes

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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 (247g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 220
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 36 mg
Sodium 355 mg
Carbohydrates 32 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 1 g
Protein 15 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 90 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 499 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 220
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 24 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 68 mg
Cholesterol 36 mg
Carbohydrates 32 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 1 g
Protein 15 g
Minerals
Calcium 90 mg
Potassium 499 mg
Sodium 355 mg
Copper 137 mcg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 62 mg
Phosphorus 392 mg
Selenium 20 mcg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 60 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.3 mg
Vitamin B12 1.4 mg
Vitamin C 23 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 22 mcg
Folate 24 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 2 mg
Choline 65 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

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

Write a review

I had high hopes for this and I felt it was a creative and healthy recipe. The corn tortillas were very soft so it was difficult to hold the taco together. My family does not want me to make again.
12/21/11
My husband was so pleased with the out come and even my picky 4yr old daughter loved them.
11/16/11
So simple you can experiment with additional veggies and seasoning
08/22/11
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