Savory Salmon Tacos with Crunchy Slaw for Quick Dinners

Delightful salmon tacos with slaw, ready in under 30 minutes for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Resting Time 5

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 tacos

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon skinless for ease
2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
1 teaspoon Chili Powder substitute with taco seasoning if desired
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder use fresh garlic if preferred
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be used
1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste

For the Slaw

4 cups Shredded Cabbage or pre-packaged slaw mix
1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro omit if not preferred
1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt can substitute with sour cream or vegan option
2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh is best

For Assembly

8 tortillas Corn Tortillas or flour tortillas if preferred

Equipment

Air Fryer

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
Combine olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt in a small bowl to make a paste. Brush over the salmon.
Cook the salmon in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Ensure internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
In a bowl, mix shredded cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, and lime juice to prepare the slaw.
Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave before assembling.
Flake the cooked salmon and assemble tacos with salmon and slaw, serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacosCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize your tacos with additional toppings such as avocado, diced tomatoes, or mango.

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