Best 10 Salmon Tacos Recipes

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Looking for a delicious and unique way to prepare salmon? Look no further than salmon tacos! This flavorful dish combines the best of both worlds, with the rich, flaky texture of salmon and the vibrant flavors of classic Mexican tacos. With a variety of toppings and fillings to choose from, salmon tacos are a versatile and customizable meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a healthy and satisfying lunch or a fun and festive dinner, salmon tacos are sure to hit the spot. Dive into these delicious recipes and discover the perfect salmon taco for your next culinary adventure!

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ROASTED SALMON TACOS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 pound green cabbage, cored and finely shredded
1/2 seedless cucumber, unpeeled, halved lengthwise, seeds removed and very thinly sliced
1/4 cup good white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons minced fresh dill
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil, for greasing the pan
1 3/4 pounds center-cut fresh salmon fillet, skin removed
2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, divided
12 (6-inch) corn tortillas
4 ripe Hass avocados, seeded and peeled
3/4 teaspoon Sriracha

Steps:

  • At least an hour before you plan to serve the tacos, toss the cabbage, cucumber, vinegar, dill, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper together in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate, allowing the cabbage to marinate.
  • When ready to serve, preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Brush a baking dish with olive oil and place the salmon in it. Mix the chile powder, lime zest, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a small bowl. Brush the salmon with 1 tablespoon of the lime juice and sprinkle with the chipotle seasoning mixture. Roast for 12 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish, until the salmon is just cooked through.
  • Wrap the tortillas in 2 foil packets and place them in the oven with the salmon. Roughly mash the avocados with the remaining 2 tablespoons of lime juice, the Sriracha, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  • To serve, lay 2 warm tortillas on each of 6 plates. Place a dollop of the avocado mixture on one side of each tortilla, then some large chunks of salmon, and finally, some of the slaw. Fold the tortillas in half over the filling (they will be messy!) and serve warm.

SALMON TACOS WITH MANGO SALSA



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Grilled salmon wrapped up in a small tortilla, topped with peach-mango salsa, shredded cabbage, avocado, and a special sauce.

Provided by AKjen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 2h3m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 mangoes, diced
2 peaches, diced
3 poblano peppers, seeded and diced
½ red onion, diced, or more to taste
½ lime, juiced, or more to taste
1 bunch cilantro, chopped, divided
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ketchup
⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
24 (6 inch) corn tortillas
cooking spray
2 pounds fresh salmon
1 small head cabbage, shredded
3 avocados, sliced
2 limes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Combine mangoes, peaches, poblano peppers, red onion, juice of 1/2 a lime, and 1/2 the cilantro in a large bowl to make mango salsa. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate, at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  • Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, ketchup, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl to make special sauce.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet.
  • Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat; coat with cooking spray. Cook salmon until easily flaked with a fork, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and flake into smaller pieces with a fork.
  • Heat tortillas in the preheated oven until warmed through, about 5 minutes.
  • Divide salmon among tortillas. Top with mango salsa, special sauce, shredded cabbage, avocados, and remaining cilantro. Wrap up tacos and serve lime wedges alongside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 876 calories, Carbohydrate 85.2 g, Cholesterol 93.7 mg, Fat 46.4 g, Fiber 20.1 g, Protein 38.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 273.8 mg, Sugar 20.9 g

SALMON TACOS



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I am a newlywed and made these tacos after I had something similar at a restaurant in town. My husband loved them and thinks I am a brilliant chef and a perfect wife!

Provided by jenthevideogirl

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 dash Cajun seasoning
4 (3 ounce) fillets salmon fillets, thawed if frozen
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 tomato, diced
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
8 corn tortillas
½ cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese
½ cup sour cream
½ cup guacamole

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Microwave butter in a small microwave-safe bowl until melted, 20 to 30 seconds. Whisk in lemon juice. Add Cajun seasoning.
  • Place salmon fillets in a shallow baking dish. Drizzle butter mixture over salmon.
  • Bake salmon in the preheated oven until cooked through, about 20 minutes. Flake into smaller pieces with a fork.
  • Mix corn, black beans, tomato, red onion, and cilantro in a bowl to make salsa.
  • Arrange corn tortillas on a baking sheet.
  • Warm tortillas in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes.
  • Divide salmon, salsa, and Cheddar cheese among warm tortillas. Wrap up and serve with sour cream and guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650.4 calories, Carbohydrate 67.6 g, Cholesterol 84.5 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 14.5 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 979.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

GRILLED CHIPOTLE SALMON TACOS



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When fresh fish is available, I pull out my salmon taco recipe and fire up the grill. Try it with whitefish or mahi mahi, too. -Brenda Washnocok, Negaunee, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 chipotle peppers plus 2 teaspoons adobo sauce
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3 pounds salmon fillets (about 1 inch thick)
SLAW:
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded red cabbage
2 cups shredded green cabbage
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
ASSEMBLY:
12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed

Steps:

  • Place oil, citrus juices, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, soy sauce, garlic and oregano in a blender; cover and process until blended. Pour half of the marinade into a 13x9-in. dish. Add salmon, skin side down. Turn fillets to coat both sides; refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes. Reserve remaining marinade for basting fish., For slaw, in a large bowl, whisk vinegar, oil, sugar, salt and pepper until blended. Add cabbages, onion and cilantro; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., Remove salmon from marinade; discard any remaining marinade in dish., Place salmon on a lightly oiled grill rack, skin side down. Grill, covered, over medium heat 5 minutes. Spoon some of the reserved marinade over fish. Grill 4-6 minutes longer or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, basting occasionally with remaining marinade. , Break fish into bite-sized pieces, removing skin if desired. Serve in tortillas with slaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASIAN SALMON TACOS



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This Asian/Mexican fusion dish is ready in minutes-perfect for an on-the-run-meal! If the salmon begins to stick, add 2-3 tablespoons of water and continue cooking. -Marisa Raponi, Vaughan, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
Shredded lettuce
8 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
1-1/2 teaspoons black sesame seeds
Mango salsa, optional

Steps:

  • Toss salmon with hoisin sauce. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook salmon until it begins to flake easily with a fork, 3-5 minutes, turning gently to brown all sides., Serve salmon and lettuce in tortillas; sprinkle with sesame seeds. If desired, top with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic exchanges

GRILLED SALMON TACOS



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Make and share this Grilled Salmon Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sureglad

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb skinless salmon fillets or 1 lb white fish fillet, fresh or frozen
1 cup red potatoes, cubed
1 1/2 teaspoons ground chipotle chile pepper
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mild green chili salsa
3 tablespoons lime juice
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onion (6)
1/2 cup snipped fresh cilantro
12 6-inch corn tortillas, warmed
1/2 cup light sour cream
lime wedge (optional)

Steps:

  • Thaw fish, if frozen.
  • Rinse fish; pat dry. Set aside. In covered small saucepan cook potatoes in enough boiling salted water to cover about 15 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool.
  • In small bowl combine chipotle chile pepper, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Rinse fish; pat dry. Measure thickness of fish. Rub chile pepper mixture into fish.
  • Grill fish on greased rack of uncovered grill directly over medium heat for 4 to 6 minutes per 1/2-inch thickness or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork, turning fish after half the grilling time.
  • Cool slightly. Break fish into chunks.
  • In medium bowl combine salsa, lime juice, and remaining salt. Add potatoes, fish, green onion, and cilantro; toss gently to coat.
  • Divide fish mixture among tortillas.
  • Top with sour cream; fold tortillas.
  • Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.4, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 41.6, Sodium 547.8, Carbohydrate 27.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 3, Protein 19.9

CHIPOTLE RUBBED SALMON TACOS



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Categories     Fish

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder
2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest
2 teaspoons sugar
1 pound skinless wild Alaskan salmon fillet, cut into 4 pieces
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
8 corn tortillas
Salt
1 Hass avocado, mashed
Apple-Cucumber Salsa
1 cup finely shredded cabbage

Steps:

  • 1.Preheat the oven to 350°. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the lime juice. In another small bowl, combine the chipotle powder with the orange zest and sugar. Rub each piece of salmon with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil and then with the chipotle-orange zest mixture. Let stand for 5 minutes. 2.Wrap the tortillas in foil and bake for about 8 minutes, until they are softened and heated through. 3.Meanwhile, heat a grill pan. Season the salmon with salt and grill over high heat until nicely browned and just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. 4.Gently break each piece of salmon in half. Spread the mashed avocado on the warm tortillas and top with the salmon, Apple-Cucumber Salsa and the cabbage. Drizzle each taco with the lime mayonnaise and serve right away.

MANGO-SALMON TACOS AND GUAVA-PEANUT SAUCE



Mango-Salmon Tacos and Guava-Peanut Sauce image

I made these tacos as a thank you for help with a summer scavenger hunt. The ingredients were inspired by items from the hunt.

Provided by Emily Morse

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

olive oil cooking spray
1 (6 ounce) salmon fillet
1 mango, peeled and cut into 4 pieces
3 tablespoons guava juice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons white sugar
4 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 carrot, shredded
1 leaf kale, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spray a large piece of aluminum foil with cooking spray; place salmon on top. Lay mango pieces over salmon. Wrap up salmon and mango with aluminum foil; transfer to a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until salmon flakes easily with a fork, 30 to 40 minutes. Cool until easily handled, about 5 minutes. Flake salmon into pieces and chop mango.
  • Combine guava juice, soy sauce, peanut butter, and sugar in a blender; blend until smooth.
  • Place corn tortillas on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a dampened paper towel. Heat in the microwave until warm, about 20 seconds.
  • Stack 2 corn tortillas on each serving plate. Divide salmon, mango, carrot, and kale between each plate. Drizzle peanut sauce on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.4 calories, Carbohydrate 60.8 g, Cholesterol 37.3 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1513.1 mg, Sugar 30.6 g

BLACKENED SALMON TACOS WITH AVOCADO CORN SALSA



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Make and share this Blackened Salmon Tacos With Avocado Corn Salsa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 31

1 lb salmon, pin bones and skin removed, patted dry
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons flour
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon salt (I increased to about 1 teaspoon)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 ripe avocado, finely chopped
1 large ear of corn, kernels cut off
1 tomatoes, seeds removed and diced
1/4 cup red onion, diced
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
zest and juice of half a lime
salt and pepper
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons buttermilk
juice of half a lime
1 small garlic clove
2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup cilantro leaf
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
corn tortilla, warmed
shredded cabbage
lime wedge

Steps:

  • For the Salmon: Heat the oil in a skillet (cast iron is good) over medium-high heat. In a bowl, stir together the flour, chili powder, paprika, brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, cayenne, salt and pepper. Coat the flesh of the salmon liberally with the blackening spice.
  • Place salmon in hot skillet. Cook 3-4 minutes per side or until coating is blackened and forms a nice crust and salmon is cooked through (medium-well, just slightly pink in the center). Allow salmon to rest for 5 minutes, then flake with a fork.
  • For the Salsa: In a bowl, gently stir together the avocado, corn, tomato, red onion, cilantro, lime, salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Note: Can be made up to an hour in advance.
  • For the Dressing: Add yogurt, mayo, buttermilk, lime, garlic, green onions, cilantro, salt and pepper to a food processor. Process until smooth. Add more buttermilk as needed until desired consistency is reached (you'll want it to be thin enough to drizzle, but not so thin that it slides off the tacos). Refrigerate until ready to serve. Note: Can be made up to several hours in advance.
  • To Assemble Tacos: On a warmed corn tortilla place flaked salmon followed by Avocado Corn Salsa and some shredded cabbage. Drizzle with Cilantro Ranch Dressing. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 54.3, Sodium 617.6, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 7.2, Protein 27.1

GRILLED SALMON TACOS WITH CHUNKY GUACAMOLE



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Chunky guacamole provides a tasty addition to these grilled salmon tacos. A perfect Mexican dinner that's ready in 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 plum (Roma) tomatoes, chopped
2 avocados, peeled, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 serrano chile, seeded, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
10 corn or flour tortillas (6 inch)
2 cups finely shredded red cabbage
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix Chunky Guacamole ingredients. Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • In small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Rub salmon fillets with lime juice mixture; let stand 15 minutes.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Cook salmon fillets in oil 15 to 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork, turning once. Remove from heat; cut in serving-size pieces, removing and discarding skin.
  • Fill tortillas with salmon and cabbage. Serve with guacamole and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Taco, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh salmon fillets. If using frozen salmon, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before cooking.
  • To make the salmon tacos more flavorful, marinate the salmon in a mixture of olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, and salt for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Cook the salmon until it is cooked through but still moist. Overcooked salmon will be dry and tough.
  • Use a variety of toppings for your salmon tacos. Some popular options include shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, avocado, and sour cream.
  • Serve the salmon tacos immediately with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Salmon tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual party. They are also a great way to get your daily dose of omega-3 fatty acids. With so many different ways to make them, you are sure to find a recipe that you love.

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