5 from 27 votes
Blackened Salmon Tacos with Kiwi Pepper Salsa
Blackened Salmon Tacos with Kiwi Pepper Salsa feature salmon filets coated with a bold blend of paprika, thyme, cumin, and other spices, pan-seared to flaky perfection. The tacos are topped with a fresh salsa of diced kiwi and red bell pepper, bringing bright and tart contrast alongside creamy avocado crema. Wrapped in small tortillas, these tacos deliver a balance of smoky, fruity, and creamy textures and flavors.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Assembly Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
6
servings
Calories:
164 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 salmon filets
- 2 Tablespoon olive oil
- 6 tortilla small
- 1 cup avocado crema
Kiwi Pepper Salsa
- 1 red bell pepper finely chopped
- 3 kiwi diced
- ¼ cup onion finely chopped, red, chopped
- 2 Tablespoon lime juice
- 2 Tablespoon cilantro chopped, fresh
- salt fresh black pepper
- black pepper fresh black pepper
Instructions
To Make Blackened Salmon
- Mix spices in a small bowl. Coat the salmon filets on each side (on the flesh side only if it has skin on) with the spice mixture.
- Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet, and cook salmon about 3 minutes on each side, until it's cooked through and flakes. Shred salmon into large chunks.
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To Make Kiwi Pepper Salsa
- Mix all ingredients in a small mixing bowl, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- To Assemble the Salmon Tacos
- Fill each tortilla with salmon chunks (about 1/3 of each salmon fillet), top with Kiwi Pepper salsa, and about 1-2 Tbsp of the avocado crema.
Notes
- One taco serving equals one assembled taco with salmon and toppings.
- Cook salmon about 3 minutes per side to avoid overcooking and maintain moisture.
- Use corn, flour, or gluten-free tortillas based on preference or dietary needs.
- Warming tortillas in the oven before assembly improves softness and flexibility.
Nutrition Information
Calories
164kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
31mg
(10%)
Sodium
416mg
(17%)
Potassium
485mg
(10%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
880IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
69.5mg
(77%)
Calcium
29mg
(3%)
Iron
1.2mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 164
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 164kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 416mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 485mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 880IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 69.5mg | 77% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.