Whole30 Baja Fish Tacos

Dive into a flavorful twist on a classic with these Whole30 Baja Fish Tacos—a light, zesty, and health-conscious alternative to traditional tacos. Featuring perfectly seared cod fillets marinated in a zippy blend of lime juice, chili powder, and garlic, these tacos are nestled in crisp romaine lettuce leaves for a gluten-free, grain-free base. Topped with a vibrant slaw of shredded red cabbage, julienned carrots, and fresh cilantro, plus a creamy avocado-jalapeño crema for a hint of spice, each bite delivers a burst of fresh, bold flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and nutritious recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or sunny weekend meals. Serve with an extra squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of cilantro for a taco night everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Cod fillets
• 2 tablespoons Lime, juiced
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 8 pieces Romaine lettuce leaves
• 1 cup Red cabbage, shredded
• 1 large Carrot, julienned
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
• 1 large Avocado
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 small Garlic clove, minced
• 0.5 piece Jalapeño, chopped and deseeded

Directions

Step 1

Marinate the cod fillets by combining them with lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat well and set aside for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Prepare the slaw by mixing shredded red cabbage, julienned carrot, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl. Add white wine vinegar and toss to combine. Set aside.

Step 3

For the avocado crema, blend the avocado, lime juice, minced garlic, and chopped jalapeño in a food processor until smooth. Season with salt and set aside.

Step 4

Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated cod fillets and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and nicely browned.

Step 5

Break the cooked cod into bite-sized pieces.

Step 6

Assemble the tacos by placing a portion of cooked fish onto each romaine lettuce leaf. Top with slaw and a dollop of avocado crema.

Step 7

Serve the Whole30 Baja Fish Tacos immediately, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1094.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1081.4

Total Fat 61.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 195.0mg	0%
Sodium 2799.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 90.8g	0%

Vitamin D 181.4IU	0%
Calcium 240.9mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 3756.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.9%

Protein: 32.7%

Carbs: 17.4%