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Salmon Tacos (Healthy, Delicious under 30 Minutes)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Enjoy these quick and healthy salmon tacos packed with fresh slaw and vibrant flavors, ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb salmon fillets (cut into large cubes (~1 inch))
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili powder (optional)
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded carrot
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded green cabbage
  • 2 green onions green onions
  • Half a bunch cilantro
  • 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 whole lime lime (for juice)
  • Jalapeño or pickled jalapeño optional jalapeño
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas tortillas
  • 1 avocado avocado
  • Lime wedges optional lime wedges
  • Optional sriracha aioli or spicy mayo spicy mayo (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Marinate salmon cubes with spices and olive oil for at least 10 minutes.
  • Prepare slaw by whisking Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and pepper; then toss with sliced cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro.
  • Cook salmon in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4-7 minutes until browned.
  • Slice avocado and warm tortillas. Assemble tacos with avocado, slaw, and salmon, then garnish with lime juice and optional spicy mayo.

Notes

For extra spice, add diced jalapeños to the slaw or as a topping.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Salmon