Air Fryer Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw
Air Fryer Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw are the perfect quick dinner solution that brings joy to the dinner table! These tacos feature crispy, seasoned fish paired with a refreshing cilantro lime slaw that adds a delightful crunch and zesty flavor. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this recipe is versatile—feel free to swap proteins or add your favorite toppings. In just 15 minutes, you can create a meal that’s not only delicious but also healthy and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb tilapia or other white fish (mahi mahi, cod)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne (more or less for spiciness)
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp cracked pepper
- 2½ c cole slaw mix
- 3 T mayonnaise
- 1 T lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ⅓ c chopped cilantro
- ½ tsp sugar (optional)
- ¼ tsp sea salt (more or less to taste)
- ¼ tsp cracked pepper
- Tortillas
- Extra lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the spice rub by mixing all spices in a bowl.
- Pat the fish dry and brush lightly with olive oil; season generously with the spice mixture.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and cook the fish for 8-10 minutes until flaky and opaque.
- While cooking, combine cole slaw mix, mayonnaise, lime juice, minced garlic, cilantro in a bowl for the slaw.
- Cut cooked fish into pieces and load onto warm tortillas topped with slaw and an extra squeeze of lime.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg