Air Fryer Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw
Air Fryer Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw bring a burst of flavor to your weeknight dinners. Ready in just 15 minutes, these tacos feature perfectly crispy fish paired with a refreshing cilantro lime slaw. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable, allowing you to choose your favorite white fish, such as tilapia or mahi mahi. The air fryer method ensures a healthier option without compromising taste, making these tacos a delightful choice for both casual gatherings and busy nights at home. Top them with avocado, salsa, or extra lime juice for an added zing!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb tilapia (or other white fish)
- 2½ cups cole slaw mix
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 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
- Tortillas
Instructions
- Spray the air fryer basket with oil. Mix spices and season the fish on both sides.
- Place fish in the air fryer basket and brush with olive oil.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and cook fish for 8–10 minutes until opaque and flaky.
- While cooking, prepare the cilantro lime slaw by mixing cole slaw mix, mayonnaise, lime juice, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Once cooked, cut fish into taco-sized pieces and assemble in tortillas topped with slaw.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 60mg