Description
These Easy Salmon Tacos combine tender, flavorful baked salmon with a refreshing cilantro lime slaw, all wrapped in warm yellow corn tortillas. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal packed with vibrant flavors and gluten-free ingredients.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 1.5 pound piece of salmon or 3 (5 ounce) salmon filets
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper – to taste
For the Slaw
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup diced cucumber – seeds removed
- ⅔ cups cilantro lime dressing
For Assembling the Tacos
- 5–6 yellow corn tortillas
- Lime wedges
- Fresh torn cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare and Cook the Salmon: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat the salmon dry with a clean paper towel and place it onto the baking sheet. Drizzle it with avocado oil then sprinkle on the taco seasoning and salt and pepper to taste. Use your hands to rub the seasoning evenly over the salmon. Place the salmon into the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes. Then, increase the oven temperature to broil and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F at the thickest part.
- Mix Up the Slaw: In a bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, diced cucumber (seeds removed), and cilantro lime dressing. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined. Set aside.
- Assemble the Tacos: Remove the salmon from the oven and use a fork to break it into large chunks. Warm the yellow corn tortillas by charring them briefly over a stovetop flame or heating them in a pan. Fill each tortilla with chunks of the cooked salmon, then top with a spoonful of the creamy slaw. Garnish with lime wedges and fresh torn cilantro for added brightness and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the salmon is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F to guarantee it is safe to eat.
- Removing seeds from the cucumber prevents excess moisture in the slaw, helping it stay crisp.
- You can substitute avocado oil with olive oil if preferred.
- For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or chopped jalapeños to the slaw.
- Yellow corn tortillas are naturally gluten free, making these tacos suitable for a gluten-free diet.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
