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Fish Tacos in Lettuce Shells

Light and fresh fish tacos wrapped in crisp lettuce shells.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb White fish fillets such as cod or tilapia
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
  • 8 leaves Romaine lettuce large leaves for shells
  • 1 cup Salsa
  • 1 cup Shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup Diced avocado
  • ¼ cup Chopped cilantro
  • 1 unit Lime cut into wedges

Instructions 

  1. 1. Season the fish with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the fish for 3-4 minutes on each side until it flakes easily with a fork.
  3. 3. Break the fish into bite-sized pieces.
  4. 4. Assemble the tacos by placing fish pieces in lettuce leaves. Top with salsa, shredded cabbage, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
  5. 5. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Fish Tacos, Healthy, Lettuce Shells
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