Snapper Tacos That Slap: A Glow-Up for Taco Night
- Jene Manning
- May 18
- 2 min read
There’s something sacred about a good taco. It’s quick, it’s casual, but when done right? Baby, it’s luxury on a tortilla. And this Snapper Fish Taco recipe? She don’t miss.
I wanted something that felt fresh, vibrant, and just bougie enough to make me pause between bites and say, “Whew, I did that.” These tacos are soft life approved—with a flaky, perfectly seasoned snapper base, a tangy cabbage slaw for crunch, and a creamy avocado-cilantro glow sauce that’s so good, you might just make a jar of it for everything else in your life.
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### Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- High protein, low drama – Snapper is light but satisfying.
- Easy to make – No deep frying or complicated steps.
- Looks gourmet – Instagram and dinner-party ready.
- Sweet Life glow approved – Balanced fats, fresh herbs, and that detoxifying cilantro magic.
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### The Recipe: Snapper Fish Tacos with Avocado-Cilantro Cream
Serves: 2–3
Total Time: 25 minutes
Macros (Per 2 tacos):
Calories: ~450 | Protein: ~25g | Carbs: ~28g | Fat: ~22g
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### Ingredients
For the Snapper:
- 1 lb snapper fillets
- 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Glow Sauce:
- 1 ripe avocado
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 garlic clove
- Salt to taste
For the Slaw:
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- ½ cup carrots (optional)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lime juice
- ½ tbsp honey or agave
- Pinch of salt
To Serve:
- 6 small corn or flour tortillas
- Lime wedges, fresh cilantro, pickled onions, crumbled cheese (optional)
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### How to Make It
1. Season + Sear the Snapper
Marinate your snapper in oil, lime juice, and spices for 10–15 minutes. Sear it in a hot skillet until golden and flaky.
2. Blend the Glow Sauce
Toss all sauce ingredients into a blender and pulse until creamy. Thin with a little water if needed.
3. Toss the Slaw
Combine the cabbage, carrots, vinegar, honey, and salt. Massage until just tender.
4. Assemble the Magic
Layer tortillas with slaw, snapper, and a generous drizzle of avocado-cilantro cream. Garnish with love and lime.
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### Sweet Life Tip: Make It a Moment
Set the mood: light a candle, play some Sade or Afrobeats, and eat this with your favorite drink in hand.
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