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Perfectly Spiced Salmon Tacos

Quick and Flavorful Salmon Tacos for Any Night

4servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Perfectly Spiced Salmon Tacos

About this recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of these modern salmon tacos, perfectly spiced and easy to prepare. Ideal for a quick and delicious dinner, these tacos bring the zest of fresh fish combined with refreshing toppings that are sure to delight any palate.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika in a small bowl.

  2. 2

    Rub spice mixture on both sides of the salmon fillets.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Cook salmon skin-side down until crispy, then flip and continue cooking until done (3-4 minutes per side).

  5. 5

    Transfer salmon to a cutting board, flake gently with a fork, and let it cool slightly.

  6. 6

    Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet until soft and pliable.

  7. 7

    Assemble tacos with salmon, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.

  8. 8

    Serve with sour cream and lime wedges.

Chef's tip

For extra flavor, consider adding sliced radishes or a drizzle of hot sauce on top of the tacos.

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