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Fish Tacos with Tomatillo Sauce

Homemade tacos served on table with ingredients around.

Savor the perfect blend of freshness and zesty flavors with our Healthy Fish Tacos with Tomatillo Sauce. Each bite pairs nutritious ingredients to create a light and zesty meal, ideal for any day of the week. 

Special Tip: Parsley can be substituted for cilantro.  

Ingredients:  

12 ounces whitefish (cod or tilapia) salt and pepper to taste  

1 1/2 cups Napa cabbage (1/4 head)  

1 teaspoon cumin 2 teaspoons paprika  

1/2 teaspoon chili powder  

1/2 cup yellow onion, diced  

1 tablespoon lime juice 1/2 teaspoon lime zest  

4 tablespoons tomatillo salsa  

4 whole grain tortillas (6-inch diameter), lightly toasted or grilled.  

Directions:  

  1. Season the fish with salt and pepper to taste. Bake or grill fish at 375º F for about 20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 145º F. 2.
     
  1. Place remaining ingredients, except tortillas, in a mixing bowl and combine. Flake fish and place on tortillas. Place the cabbage and salsa mixture on top, and serve immediately. 

Yield: 4 Servings 

About BrightFocus Foundation

BrightFocus Foundation is a premier global nonprofit funder of research to defeat Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Through its flagship research programs — Alzheimer’s Disease Research, Macular Degeneration Research, and National Glaucoma Research— the Foundation has awarded nearly $300 million in groundbreaking research funding over the past 51 years and shares the latest research findings, expert information, and resources to empower the millions impacted by these devastating diseases. Learn more at brightfocus.org.

Disclaimer: The information provided here is a public service of BrightFocus Foundation and is not intended to constitute medical advice. Please consult your physician for personalized medical, dietary, and/or exercise advice. Any medications or supplements should only be taken under medical supervision. BrightFocus Foundation does not endorse any medical products or therapies.

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