Margarita Fish Tacos with Chipotle-Lime Mayo and Arugula

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Margarita Fish Tacos with Chipotle-Lime Mayo and Arugula
45 min.
4
291kcal

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If you're looking to spice up your lunch or dinner routine, these Margarita Fish Tacos with Chipotle-Lime Mayo and Arugula are a must-try! Bursting with flavor and undeniably fresh, this dish combines the delicate texture of halibut with a zesty marinade that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of chipotle-lime mayo gives each taco a creamy kick, perfectly balancing the fish's mildness.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is its focus on healthy, gluten-free, and dairy-free ingredients, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a delicious meal that serves four, ensuring there's enough to share – or to indulge in seconds!

The vibrant arugula adds not only a peppery crunch but also a beautiful pop of color, making these tacos as visually appealing as they are tasty. And with the hint of tequila and orange zest in the marinade, you’ll find that each bite feels like a mini vacation, transporting you straight to a sun-soaked beachfront. Ready to take your taco night to the next level? Dive into this mouthwatering recipe and savor the flavors that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • cups arugula trimmed
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 1.5 teaspoons chipotle chile canned finely chopped ( 1 chile)
  • 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • pound pacific halibut filets 
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoon lime rind grated
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise reduced-fat
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • 1.5 tablespoons orange rind grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • tablespoons tequila 
  • teaspoons warm water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag.
  2. Add halibut to bag; seal and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
  3. Remove halibut from bag; discard marinade. Pat halibut dry; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add halibut; cook 4 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork or until desired degree of doneness. Break fish into chunks.
  6. Combine mayonnaise, cilantro, juice, and chipotle.
  7. Warm tortillas according to package directions. Divide fish evenly among tortillas; top each tortilla with 1/4 cup arugula and about 2 teaspoons mayonnaise mixture. Fold in half.

Nutrition Facts

Calories291kcal
Protein35.48%
Fat23.47%
Carbs41.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
78.4
Glycemic Load
11.57
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
18.046956580618%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.98mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.43mg
Kaempferol
3.49mg
Quercetin
0.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:291.39kcal
14.57%
Fat:7.19g
11.05%
Saturated Fat:1.2g
7.5%
Carbohydrates:28.27g
9.42%
Net Carbohydrates:24.32g
8.84%
Sugar:3.37g
3.75%
Cholesterol:57.81mg
19.27%
Sodium:364.84mg
15.86%
Alcohol:2.51g
100%
Alcohol %:1.5%
100%
Protein:24.44g
48.88%
Selenium:55.33µg
79.04%
Phosphorus:440.01mg
44%
Vitamin B3:8.23mg
41.13%
Vitamin B6:0.75mg
37.47%
Vitamin D:5.33µg
35.53%
Vitamin B12:1.25µg
20.79%
Vitamin K:19.57µg
18.63%
Potassium:644.34mg
18.41%
Magnesium:69.66mg
17.41%
Fiber:3.95g
15.81%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.7%
Vitamin E:1.35mg
9.01%
Zinc:1.16mg
7.75%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.72%
Vitamin C:6.15mg
7.45%
Calcium:72.36mg
7.24%
Folate:27.72µg
6.93%
Vitamin A:343.72IU
6.87%
Copper:0.12mg
6.23%
Iron:1.09mg
6.04%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.19%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.73%
Source:My Recipes