Name: Simple Baja-Style Grilled Fish Tacos with Citrus Slaw
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs fresh white fish fillets (such as mahi mahi or cod); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 8 small corn tortillas; 2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded; 1 medium carrot, grated; Zest and juice of 1 large lime; Salt and pepper, to taste

Simple Baja-Style Grilled Fish Tacos with Citrus Slaw

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Remixed from Baja-Style Grilled Fish Tacos with Citrus Veggie Slaw by miradugm()

These simplified Baja-style grilled fish tacos keep all the coastal flair with a streamlined prep. Marinated with olive oil, smoked paprika, and lime, the fish grills up juicy and flavorful. The fresh, citrusy slaw—made with just cabbage, carrot, and lime—delivers crunch and tang. Wrapped in warm corn tortillas, these tacos are a vibrant, high-protein dinner that comes together with just a handful of ingredients and minimal fuss. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, they let the bright, beachy flavors shine without the extra steps.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high; brush with 1 tbsp olive oil.
Pat fish dry and rub with remaining olive oil, smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and lime zest. Let sit while prepping slaw.
Mix cabbage, carrot, and lime juice in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Grill fish 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through. Warm tortillas on the grill. Flake fish and serve in tortillas topped with citrus slaw.