Blackened Mahi-Mahi Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-03 · Updated 2026-07-03

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Spicy blackened mahi-mahi fillets paired with sweet and tangy pineapple salsa for vibrant summer tacos. This Mexican-inspired taco and burrito recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs mahi-mahi fillets, blackening seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch strips mahi-mahi fillets
2 tbsp blackening seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup, diced fresh pineapple
1/2 cup, diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
2 tbsp lime juice
8 small corn tortillas

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Instructions

Step 1: Toss 1 lb mahi-mahi strips with 2 tbsp blackening seasoning until evenly coated. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the fish for 3-4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
Step 2: In a bowl, combine 1 cup diced fresh pineapple, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 2 tbsp lime juice to make the pineapple salsa.
Step 3: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Assemble tacos by filling each tortilla with cooked mahi-mahi strips and topping with pineapple salsa. Serve immediately.