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Watermelon Fish Tacos

I love watermelon and I love a good fish taco. Put the two together and great magic is made! <3

Serves: 4 |  Serving Size: 1 taco

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium tortillas
  • 1 pound tilapia
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • dash salt and pepper (to taste)

    For the Slaw:
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup Radish cut into sticks
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 cup seedless watermelon, diced small
  • dash salt to taste

Directions:

  1. Place fish in a gallon zip lock bag with olive oil, 3 tablespoons lime juice, honey, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Close bag and coat fish completely. Marinate for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Preheat broiler and place oven rack in the high position. Place fish on a broiler safe pan and lightly season with salt and pepper. Place fish under broiler for 5 minutes. Turn fish over and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until it easily flakes. Remove fish, turn oven off.
  3. Meanwhile, add Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and lime juice to a bowl. Stir until combined. Add cabbage, radishes, and cilantro. Toss lightly. Add watermelon and salt to taste. Toss lightly.
  4. Warm tortillas according to directions on package. Place pieces of fish on two tortillas. Top with slaw. Garnish with extra cilantro. Serve warm, enjoy!

Nutrition Information:
Per serving: 
Calories: 325; Total Fat: 12g; Cholesterol: 45mg; Sodium: 206mg; Total Carbohydrates: 30g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugars: 6g; Protein: 25g
Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 206mg; Vitamin A: 13%; Vitamin C: 237%; Calcium: 14%; Iron: 13%

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