Fiesta Fish Fillets
Turn dinner into a vibrant celebration with these Fiesta Fish Fillets, a zesty, colorful recipe that’s both easy and wholesome! Tender white fish fillets, such as tilapia or cod, are seasoned with a smoky, citrus-infused spice blend and baked alongside a medley of caramelized bell peppers and red onion for a one-pan meal packed with flavor. A drizzle of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro add bright, refreshing notes, while creamy avocado slices complete this satisfying dish. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or served with warm tortillas for a fun, taco-inspired twist, these Fiesta Fish Fillets are ready in just 35 minutes and sure to bring bold flavors to your table. Keywords: Fiesta Fish Fillets, baked white fish, one-pan recipe, healthy seafood dinner, taco-style fish fillets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces white fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lime
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 medium bell peppers (mixed colors, sliced)
- 1 medium red onion (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 whole avocado (sliced)
- 4 pieces corn or flour tortillas (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
In a small bowl, whisk together cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Zest the lime and add the zest to the spice mixture for added freshness.
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and brush both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Rub the spice mixture evenly onto both sides of the fillets.
Place the fish fillets on one side of the prepared baking sheet. On the other side, arrange the sliced bell peppers and red onion. Drizzle the vegetables with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
While the fish and vegetables are baking, slice the lime in half and cut one half into wedges for serving. Juice the other half and set aside.
Remove the fish and vegetables from the oven. Drizzle the baked fish with the lime juice and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
Serve the Fiesta Fish Fillets with the roasted vegetables on the side, garnished with lime wedges and fresh avocado slices. Optionally, serve with warm tortillas for a taco-style dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.8 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1521 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.1 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.1 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 101.1 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.6 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3322 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
