Salmon Tacos Recipe (Easy Mexican-Style)
Flaky, pan-seared salmon tucked into warm corn tortillas and topped with creamy avocado lime crema. This Salmon Tacos recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and makes an easy Mexican-style dinner that’s fresh, flavorful, and perfect for weeknights or Lent.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Salmon Tacos:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound salmon fillets fresh or frozen and thawed
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 corn tortillas
Toppings:
- red onion slices
- 1 jalapeño thinly sliced
- chopped cilantro
- Avocado Lime Crema
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder on top of fillets and place them skin down until skin is crispy for about 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes depending on the thickness, until the flesh is opaque and flaky.
- Flake the salmon with a fork into pieces. Remove the skin and discard.
- Heat corn tortillas on a griddle. Fill with salmon pieces and dollop with avocado lime crema or salsa and serve with red onion slices, jalapeño slices, cilantro leaves, and a squeeze of lime juice.
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Notes
- Do not overcook the salmon. It should flake easily with a fork but remain moist in the center.
- Keep the skin on while cooking. It protects the fish and adds flavor. Remove before serving.
- Frozen salmon works well. Thaw completely and pat dry before seasoning.
- For grilled salmon tacos, cook over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until flaky.
- Store leftover salmon separately from toppings for best texture.
- Reheat gently at 275°F for about 15 minutes to avoid drying out.
- Optional Additions:
- Add shredded cabbage for crunch.
- Swap avocado crema for salsa verde for a dairy-free option.
- Turn leftovers into a salmon taco bowl with rice and beans.
Nutrition
Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 673mg | Potassium: 994mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 834IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 2mg