🌴 Coconut Lime Fish with Avocado Salsa 🐟✨
A zesty tropical dish bursting with creamy coconut, fresh lime, and a refreshing avocado salsa – perfect for a light and flavorful dinner!
🍽️ Servings: 4
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 mins
🔥 Cook Time: 10-12 mins
⭐ Total Time: 25-30 mins
📝 Ingredients
🐟 For the Coconut Lime Fish:
4 white fish fillets (like cod, tilapia, snapper, or halibut)
1/2 cup coconut milk (full fat for best flavor)
Zest and juice of 2 limes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh grated ginger (or 1/2 tsp ground ginger)
2 tbsp olive oil (or coconut oil)
1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for a gentle heat)
Salt & black pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
🥑 For the Avocado Salsa:
1 large ripe avocado, diced
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 medium tomato, deseeded and chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley)
Salt & pepper to taste
👨🍳 Instructions
✅ Marinate the Fish:
In a shallow dish, whisk together coconut milk, lime zest, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
Place the fish fillets in the marinade and coat well. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes while you prepare the salsa.
🥑 Make the Avocado Salsa:
In a bowl, combine diced avocado, chopped red onion, tomato, lime juice, olive oil, and fresh cilantro.
Gently mix to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside (cover with plastic wrap to keep avocado fresh).
🔥 Cook the Fish:
Heat olive or coconut oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Remove fish from the marinade and gently place in the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden at the edges.
Optional: Drizzle remaining marinade into the pan and reduce for 1–2 minutes to create a light sauce.
🌿 Serve:
Plate the fish and top generously with the fresh avocado salsa.
Garnish with extra lime wedges and fresh cilantro.
Pair it with steamed rice, quinoa, or a crisp side salad for a perfect meal!
🌟 Why You'll Love This Dish:
✅ Light, healthy, and gluten-free
✅ Packed with tropical flavor
✅ Avocado salsa adds a creamy, fresh twist
✅ Quick and easy – ideal for weeknights!