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Healthy Fish Tacos in Lettuce Wraps

Pan-fried spicy fish tacos served in lettuce wraps instead of taco shells.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican, Tex-Mex
Servings 4 people
Calories 264 kcal

Ingredients
  

FOR THE SPICE MIX

  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

FOR THE TACOS

  • 4 Food Lion frozen tilapia fillets thawed
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 head romaine lettuce
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons salsa
  • 2 Tablespoons Shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Combine all seasoning ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine.
  • Pat fish dry and sprinkle with a generous coat of spice mixture, rubbing it in to distribute evenly on each side.
  • Pre-heat a large non-stick skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat and add tilapia.
  • Saute fish for 3-4 minute per side, or until firm and flaky.
  • Remove from heat and gently flake fish.
  • To assemble tacos, place tilapia inside a large washed romaine lettuce leaf and top with salsa, sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 38gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 804mgPotassium: 982mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 14641IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 125mgIron: 3mg
Keyword fish, healthy
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