Salmon Tacos

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  • Prep Time

    2 mins

  • Cook Time

    2 mins

  • Additional Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    17 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    282 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Salmon Tacos

Quick and delicious, these salmon tacos are a perfect blend of savory and fresh. They are a fast yet gourmet option for a busy weeknight dinner. Packed with the rich flavors of perfectly cooked salmon and a burst of zesty toppings, they promise to satisfy your taste buds in just minutes.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pounds salmon
  • 2 Teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 Teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 Teaspoon garlic, granulated
  • 1 Teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 Teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 Teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • ½ Teaspoon coarse kosher salt or sea salt
  • ½ Teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • Lime wedges

optional

  • spicy coleslaw see recipe in notes below

Instructions

  1. Dry off salmon with paper towel.
  2. Add spices to a small bowl.
  3. Mix well.
  4. Coat the salmon on both sides with the spice mix.
  5. Add olive oil to a cast iron pan and preheat it over medium-high heat.Place the filet in when the pan is hot.
  6. Flip the salmon and sear it on the second side until the internal temperature reaches 130°F, measured in the thickest part of the filet.
  7. Let the fish rest for about five minutes. Flake it up into bite-sized pieces with a fork.
  8. Warm tortillas. Build your tacos with the coleslaw and fish. Garnish with chopped cilantro, hot sauce, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice, and spicy coleslaw, if desired.

Notes

  • The recipe for the spicy coleslaw is here.
  • See our guide on how to warm tortillas here.
  • Store leftover salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for three days. Leftovers can be frozen, but the texture will suffer.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 282kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 62mg (21%) Sodium 374mg (16%) Potassium 689mg (20%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 211IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.4mg (0%) Calcium 75mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 282 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 282kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 62mg 21%
Sodium 374mg 16%
Potassium 689mg 15%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 211IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0%
Calcium 75mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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