Taco Night In: A Few of my Favorite Dishes

Luke asked me the other day what my favorite food was and I said tacos. If he’d asked me that last year, I don’t even know what I’d say because I am the least picky person I know- so it was probably a number of things. After bartending at a taco + tequila bar, I’ve gained this new found respect and affinity for authentic corn tortilla tacos and good tequila. In this post I’ll share with you a few of my go-to recipes to recreate those amazing taco nights out! They’re healthy, savory and easy to whip up. I hope you enjoy!

1. My Famous Guacamole Recipe: (serves 3-4 people)

   3 large avocados

   1/2 tsp. turmeric

   1/4 cup diced red onion

   Juice from half of a large lime

   1 1/2 tbsp. cilantro

   1/4 tsp. pink salt

   Dash of cayenne pepper

   Top secret Trader Joe’s taco seasoning (about 1 tbsp.)

2. Tangy Mango Salsa: (serves 3-4 people/3 cups)

   I originally got this recipe from @rachaelsgoodeats on IG and tweaked it just a tad.

   1 whole mango, diced

   1 medium organic red bell pepper

   2/3 cup finely diced cucumber

   1 medium jalapeño, finely diced

   Juice of two small limes

   1/4 cup diced red onion

   1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro, finely chopped

   1/2 tsp. sea salt

   1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

   Combine all ingredients in medium mixing bowl. Lasts for about 5 days in the refrigerator!

3. Grouper Fish Tacos: (serves 2-3 people)

   Grilled grouper is the best in tacos, but we don’t have a grill so we baked it for about 12-13 minutes on 400 degrees in the oven. If you do have a grill, grill at 400-425 for about 4-5 minutes on each side. Add a drizzle of olive oil, salt + pepper and cumin before cooking and finish off with a squeeze of lime juice. Once fish is cooked, I throw some authentic corn tortillas in the oven with a drizzle of avocado oil for about 4 minutes at 200 degrees just to warm them up a bit. I get these from La Tortilla Factory and they are super clean with only organic stone ground corn, water and salt. They are so good! Of course I top everything with Goya Salsa Picante, so if you have that on hand, were already best friends.

4. Killer Margarita: (serves 2)

   If you know me you know I can’t stand a margarita that’s made with sour mix. It’s so bland and so flavorless and really takes away any of the taste of wonderful tequila. I will admit, I like buying Tres Agaves Organic Margarita Mix which is just lime and organic agave because it takes all the work out. All you have to do is add 2 oz. of tequila to 3 oz. of the mix! Shake with ice, taste and adjust to your liking. Add a fresh lime wedge for garnish and salt that rim if that’s how you drink your marg, I love a salted rim! We love Casamigos Reposado but a cheap Hornitos Silver will suffice too.

I hope you guys find some comfort in making these dishes and have the best taco night in!

Love + Health, Ro