Seafood Tacos with Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Delicious pescatarian tacos topped with a creamy cilantro sauce, perfect for high-protein gains.

  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, fish fillets) cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/2 tsp honey or agave syrup
  • 1/4 tsp cumin

Instructions

  1. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  2. Season seafood with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook seafood until opaque and lightly browned, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside.
  4. In a blender, combine Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, honey, cumin, and remaining olive oil.
  5. Blend until smooth and creamy; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Warm tortillas in a pan or microwave. Assemble tacos with seafood and drizzle with cilantro sauce. Serve.

Chef’s Pro Tips

  • Use a mix of seafood for varied texture and flavor.
  • Add sliced avocado or shredded cheese for extra calories.
  • Make the cilantro sauce ahead of time for enhanced flavor.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 4 servings total
calories430
protein28g
carbohydrates40g
fat15g

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