Description
These Blackened Salmon Tacos are a delicious and flavorful twist on traditional fish tacos. Spicy blackened salmon is paired with crunchy cabbage, tropical fruits, and zesty lime crema, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Blackened Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Tacos:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage or slaw mix
- 1/2 cup diced pineapple or mango (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
For the Lime Crema:
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Blackened Salmon: In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Pat the salmon fillets dry and rub them with olive oil, then coat all sides generously with the spice mixture.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until blackened and cooked through. Remove from heat and use a fork to flake the salmon into large chunks.
- Make the Lime Crema: In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, and a pinch of salt for the crema.
- Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable. To assemble the tacos, layer the tortillas with shredded cabbage, blackened salmon, diced pineapple or mango if using, and a drizzle of lime crema. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with extra lime wedges.
Notes
- Add sliced avocado for extra creaminess.
- This recipe is also delicious with a simple mango salsa or pickled onions on top!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
