Fish Taco Bowl with Mango Salsa

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I'm definitely a summer person! I wouldn't complain one bit if it could just be warm and sunshiny all year round.

Tequila, limes, and mangoes are summer flavors that warm my soul.

This Tequila-Lime Fish Taco Bowl takes me back to Baja every time. There are few things that I appreciate more than Baja-style Mexican food.

Fresh grilled fish and lobster served with rice, beans, and fresh tortillas is one of the true simple pleasures in life. Just the thought of vibrant fresh fruits with chilé and lime makes me salivate.

This bowl of fish taco recipe deliciousness was created with all of those vibrant flavors in mind. I've made this meal prep bowl a little healthier, but I promise you won't miss out on the true, authentic Baja flavor.

What you'll love about this bowl

• PROTEIN: This bowl has 35 grams of lean protein. That tasty marinade is just as good on grilled chicken if you're in the mood for some tequila lime chicken, too!
• MANGO SALSA: The sweet and spicy Mango Salsa recipe takes this bowl to the next level! I make it all summer long and eat it on fish, shrimp, and grilled chicken. OMG, it's ridiculously good!
• HEALTHY: This meal prep bowl is not just healthy, it's ultra-healthy! You get crunchy tasty veggies + healthy fats from avocado + protein-packed fish + spicy-sweet mango salsa! Why eat anything else?

Recipe Notes

This recipe has several parts to it. Don't let that keep you from making it. I'm going to break it down step by step. You can make ALL the parts or just make a few. Mix and match whatever you like.

• Tequila-Lime Fish: The first part of this bowl is the fish. You'll be making a Tequila-Lime Marinade. You can use this marinade with fish, shrimp, or chicken.
• Mango Salsa: The next part of this bowl is the Mango Salsa. Once you make this salsa one time, you will make it over and over again. It's AMAZING with pretty much any spicy grilled meat.
• Mexican Slaw: I always make a batch of Mexican Slaw when I make this bowl. This incredible fish taco slaw adds a great crunch to this bowl and an extra layer of spicy flavor.

Ingredients

• Fish: I like cod for this recipe. You can use any white fish that you like. Halibut and mahi mahi are also great options.
• Tequila: Make sure you use a tequila that you would actually drink. No bottom shelf stuff in our fish taco bowl, please. You want that tequila lime juice to be popping!
• Spices: You'll be using just a few spices in the Mexican Slaw: cumin, coriander, oregano, and crushed red pepper (or Aleppo pepper) .
• Veggies: Cabbage, spinach, cilantro, onions, and Serrano peppers. Plus, you can add anything else that you might like to add color and crunch to your healthy meal prep bowl. Red bell pepper is always a treat!
• Creme Fraiche: I love to add a fresh drizzle of creme fraiche to this bowl. Creme fraiche is a little like sour cream, but it has a milder flavor. Add a squeeze of lime to thin it out a bit.
• Limes: Make sure to get enough limes for the Tequila-Lime Marinade, the Mango Salsa, the Mexican Slaw, and a few extra for squeezing.
• Mangoes: You'll need two mangoes for this recipe. [How to choose a ripe mango]
• Avocado: Buy one to two avocados. [How to chose avocados]

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Tequila-Lime Marinade.

I usually make my marinade in a zip-top bag and then add my protein to the bag. The bag is easy to store in the fridge until you are ready to cook. Do not marinade the fish more than a few hours.

PRO-TIP: Shrimp and chicken handle freezing really well in this marinade. Make an extra batch, freeze it and voila! Dinner for next week is already done.

Step 2: Make the Mexican Slaw.

Quarter the cabbage along the core. Slice out the core. Slice each quarter of the cabbage relatively thinly.

I like to use a mandoline slicer to make quick work of this cabbage slaw. Store-bought shredded cabbage is a quick alternative!

Step 3: Make the Mango Salsa.

Simply dice the mangos, onions, peppers, and cilantro in a small bowl. Add a squeeze of lime juice and toss.

Step 4: Cook the Fish.

You can grill, broil, or pan sauté the fish in this recipe. Most often I bake it because it's just too easy!

• BROIL: Broil for 8 to 10 minutes. I always line my sheet pan with parchment paper OR aluminum foil to make cleanup a breeze.
• PAN SAUTE: To sauté your fish, heat a heavy-bottomed pan to medium-high heat. Add a few teaspoons of oil. (I like to use coconut or avocado oil for this recipe. If you're baking, olive oil will work fine.) Pan sear the fish for 3 minutes, flip and cook an additional 3 minutes.
• GRILL: Heat your grill to medium-high heat. Make sure the grates are well-oiled. Grill the fish for 2 minutes, flip it, and finish cooking on the second side for 2 to 3 more minutes. The fish should just start to flake when it is done.

Step 5: Assemble the Meal Prep Bowl.

Add a few handfuls of greens and between a half cup and a cup of the Mexican Slaw to large individual salad bowls.

Add the fish and the rest of your desired toppings.

Finish with a drizzle of creme fraiche.

Serve with extra lime wedges and tortilla chips.

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