Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema

Name: Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1.5 lb. mahi-mahi (24oz) (fresh or frozen – de-thaw if frozen); 2 Tbsp olive oil (30g); 2 Tbsp lime juice (30g); 3 Tbsp blackening seasoning (store bought or homemade (see below)); Tortillas (fajita size**, for serving - use GF or corn for gluten-free); Angel hair coleslaw (for topping - can also use shredded lettuce); 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt (120g) (sub for dairy-free Greek yogurt if needed); 1/4 cup light mayo (60g); 1/2 heaping cup chopped cilantro (14g); 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice (30g); 1 tsp honey (7g) (or to taste); 1 tsp each garlic powder and onion powder; 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:10min

These Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos are PERFECT for busy weeknights because they're ready in just 20 minutes. And they're so fresh and flavorful, especially with some 5-minute Cilantro Lime Crema drizzled on top!

Updated at: Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:47:49 GMT