20 Delicious Side Dishes For Fish Tacos

November 2, 2022 by Trendgredient Leave a Comment

I absolutely ADORE fish tacos. There is nothing more satisfying than sinking your teeth into a soft tortilla filled with flaky fish, crunchy slaw, spicy salsa and a zing of lime juice. Sometimes, I make my Blackened Mahi Mahi with Habanero Mango Salsa, wrap the filets in a tortilla, and top the tacos with my 4-Ingredient Guacamole. Living on Northwest Florida's Emerald Coast, I am fortunate enough to enjoy fish tacos year-round. The one thing I always struggle with is finding side dishes for fish tacos. So, I decided to put together a list of some of my favorites.

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Table of contents

Fish Taco Recipes
What To Serve With Fish Tacos?
My Favorite Side Dishes to Serve With Fish Tacos
Cooked Sides
Fresh Salads
Rice Dishes
Beans
Condiments
Before You Go...

Four filets of blackened mahi mahi cooking in a cast iron skillet

A close up of habanero mango salsa

Fish Taco Recipes

In addition to using my own recipes to make fish tacos, here are some others that are simply delish!

Fish Tacos - New York Times
Fish Tacos Recipe - Natasha's Kitchen
Easy Fish Tacos - Delish

What To Serve With Fish Tacos?

I enjoy entertaining and one of the things I always try to do is come up with side dishes that really complement the main entrée.

When I make fish tacos, I want to serve Mexican-inspired dishes that use fresh ingredients and pair beautifully with delicate, flaky fish. On more than one occasion, I have found myself scratching my head and wondering what to serve with fish tacos.

Below is a list of some of my favorite sides for fish tacos. I love my readers but I need to be transparent: This blog post is as much for you as it is for me! I use it all the time when I'm looking for the perfect fish taco side dish. 🙂

My Favorite Side Dishes to Serve With Fish Tacos

Here is a list of 20 of the most delicious side dishes for fish tacos that my fellow food bloggers have to offer. These side dishes would go with just about any Mexican-inspired dish, including enchiladas, tostadas, and quesadillas!

Cooked Sides

Chile Relleno Casserole - Upstate Ramblings

This chile relleno casserole features layers of spicy chiles combined with gooey cheese, topped off with an egg batter. Get chile relleno flavor with less effort!

Elote in a Bowl (Esquites) - Carolyn’s Cooking

Elotes is the name for Mexican street corn on the cob which are grilled, and then dipped in mayo, cotija cheese and other delicious toppings. Esquites is the name used for the same corn and toppings, but served in a bowl, off the cob. It makes the perfect side dish or appetizer!

Stuffed Poblano Peppers - Little Sunny Kitchen

Similar to a traditional stuffed pepper recipe, but with a spicy Tex-Mex spin, these Stuffed Poblano Peppers will knock your socks off! Stuffed chilis are packed with seasoned meat, rice, cheese and veggies, and bursting with flavor.

Spicy Roasted Cauliflower with Jalapeño Pepper - Veggies Save The Day

Seasoned with jalapeño chili pepper, garlic, lime, and cilantro, this easy oven roasted spicy cauliflower side dish is loaded with flavor.

Easy Mexican Pasta Salad - Windy City Dinner Fairy

This Mexican Pasta Salad is the ultimate summer BBQ side dish! Colorful bowtie pasta + juicy tomatoes + black beans pair with a creamy avocado vinaigrette for a salad everyone will love!

Fresh Salads

Ensalada de Nopales (Cactus Salad) - Broke Bank Vegan

Ensalada de nopales (or cactus salad) is a quick, easy, and vegan-friendly dish that's extremely popular in Mexico. Serve it as a light lunch, a side dish, a taco garnish, and more. Don't let the cactus paddles intimidate you out of making this delicious recipe!

Mexican Chopped Salad - Garlic & Zest

This light, crunchy Mexican chopped salad is a great side dish for fish tacos or you can use it as a chunky salsa to top the seafood.

Summer Corn & Arugula Salad - Healthful Blondie

A refreshing, sweet, and easy to make fresh corn and arugula salad that is the perfect healthy summer dish. Made with simple, good-for-you ingredients, like sweet tomatoes, fresh cut corn kernels, crisp red onion, and dressed in a light homemade vinaigrette.

Sautéed Bell Pepper Salad - Babaganosh

This lightly sautéed bell pepper salad is so easy to make and has just the right flavors to complement fish tacos! Healthy, easy, delicious.

Cilantro Lime Cucumber Salad - Tao of Spice

Light and refreshing, this simple Mexican-style cilantro-lime cucumber salad is perfect for summer. This healthy side dish is a great accompaniment to grilled salmon, chicken, and more.

Marinated Vegetable Salad (Vegetable Ceviche) - Good in the Simple

This marinated vegetable salad is the perfect fresh, bright, zesty side dish to go with fish tacos! It's light, delicious, and easy to make.

Cilantro Lime Slaw Recipe - Peas and Crayons

This quick and easy cilantro lime slaw is a must for taco night! It’s fast and flavorful!

Rice Dishes

Arroz Blanco (Mexican White Rice) - Mama Maggie's Kitchen

Arroz Blanco, or Mexican white rice, is a tasty side dish. Easy to make and perfect next to tacos.

Mexican Brown Rice - The Dizzy Cook

This Mexican brown rice is the perfect side dish for any taco or enchilada recipe. Shallot, chili powder, garlic and tomatoes are combined with fresh summer corn for a burst of flavor.

Easy Restaurant Style Mexican Rice - The Short Order Cook

The perfect side dish for your fish taco night, is Restaurant-Style Mexican Rice. This easy recipe is fluffy, flavorful, & tastes just like the rice from your favorite Mexican restaurant.

Beans

Refried Beans - Cooking & Cussing

Refried Beans with just a few simple ingredients and tons of flavor. The secret to these rich and meaty beans is chorizo sausage.

Black Beans - An Edible Mosaic

This easy, from-scratch Black Beans recipe combines bold savory flavors like onion, garlic, and smoky cumin with humble beans, and transforms them into something special. Two pantry-staple SECRET ingredients are added at the end to create a wonderfully balanced flavor profile!

Condiments

4-Ingredient Guacamole - Trendgredient

Be the hit of your next Taco Night with this creamy and delicious 4-ingredient guacamole recipe that features a time-saving super hack!

Above view of 4-ingredient guacamole in a white bowl

Pico De Gallo From Scratch - 24 Bite

Learn how to make Pico de Gallo from scratch to serve this fresh and healthy side to any authentic Mexican meal of enchiladas, tacos, tostadas, beans and more.

Pineapple Jalapeño Salsa - She Keeps a Lovely Home

This pineapple jalapeño salsa recipe is a spicy, tropical sensation! Serve it with chips or use it to top your tacos, nachos or favorite colorful recipes. With just 5 ingredients and 20 minutes of your time, this delightful salsa will be ready to serve and impress your guests!

Before You Go...

Here are some other recipes you may be interested in!

A rectangular platter of blackened mahi mahi filets with sliced lime and habanero mango salsa — Blackened Mahi Mahi
with Mango Habanero Salsa

Chicken Enchiladas
with Roasted Tomatillo Sauce

Creamy 4-Ingredient Guacamole

If you try any of these recipes, let me know in the comments below! Happy Cooking!

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