Cilantro Lime Fish
Bright, zesty, and packed with fresh flavors, Cilantro Lime Fish is a quick and healthy dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or light entertaining. Featuring tender fish fillets marinated in a vibrant blend of lime juice, lime zest, fresh cilantro, garlic, cumin, and paprika, this recipe delivers a zesty citrus kick balanced with warm, earthy spices. Each fillet is pan-seared to golden perfection, creating a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Serve it with creamy avocado slices, fluffy rice, or warm tortillas for a complete meal that’s ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or exploring new flavors, this cilantro lime fish recipe is a delightful way to elevate your dinner table.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or snapper)
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 3 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 avocado Avocado slices (for serving, optional)
- 2 cups Cooked rice or tortillas (for serving, optional)
Directions
Step 1
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and place them on a plate.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, chopped cilantro, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Step 3
Pour the prepared marinade over the fish fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let the fish marinate for 10 minutes.
Step 4
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a drizzle of olive oil to the skillet.
Step 5
Carefully place the marinated fish fillets in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and has an opaque appearance.
Step 6
Transfer the cooked fish to a serving platter and garnish with additional chopped cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.
Step 7
Serve the cilantro lime fish with avocado slices, cooked rice, or warm tortillas for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1141.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1501.1 |
| Total Fat 66.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 200mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2625.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 140.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.2g | |
| Protein 96.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 800IU | 0% |
| Calcium 221.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2570.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories