Mexican Fiesta Fish
Dive into the bold and vibrant flavors of this Mexican Fiesta Fish recipe, a quick and healthy dinner option that's sure to impress! Fresh white fish fillets are seasoned with a smoky spice blend of chili powder, paprika, cumin, and garlic, then baked to flaky perfection in just 12 minutes. Topped with a refreshing homemade salsa bursting with diced cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, zesty lime, and a hint of jalapeño heat, this dish is a perfect balance of spice and brightness. Serve it as a standalone entrée or pair it with warm corn tortillas for irresistible fish tacos. Perfect for busy weeknights or a festive gathering, this recipe brings the zest of a Mexican fiesta straight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 fillets white fish fillets (such as tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lime
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 whole jalapeño, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 8 tortillas corn tortillas (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the fish fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly oiled.
In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Drizzle the fish fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and squeeze the juice of half a lime over them.
Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the fish fillets.
Bake the fish in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
While the fish is baking, prepare the salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the diced cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, chopped cilantro, and avocado.
Drizzle the salsa with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the juice from the other half of the lime. Stir gently to combine.
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
Once the fish is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes.
Serve the fish with the fresh salsa on top or on the side. For a fun twist, serve with warm corn tortillas to make Mexican-inspired fish tacos.
Enjoy your flavorful Mexican Fiesta Fish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.6 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2787 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.6 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.2 g | 154% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 110.5 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 475 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 3535 mg | 75% | |
*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.
