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Delicious salmon tacos topped with fresh ingredients, served on a plate.

Salmon Tacos

Fresh, bright, and ready in about 20 minutes, these Salmon Tacos feature flaky pan-seared salmon paired with crisp cabbage and creamy avocado for a simple, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 2 pieces salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For cooking
Tortillas
  • 8 small corn tortillas
Veggies
  • 1 cup cabbage, shredded
  • 1 piece avocado, sliced
Herbs & Citrus
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 piece lime, juiced
Spices
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and place them in the skillet. Cook about 5–6 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
  3. Remove the salmon from the skillet and flake it into pieces with a fork.
  4. In the same skillet, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side.
Assembly
  1. Place some flaked salmon on a tortilla, top with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and chopped cilantro.
  2. Squeeze lime juice over the top before serving.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the skillet for a nice sear on the salmon. Use medium heat to avoid drying it out. Store leftover flaked salmon in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Variations include spicy seasoning and Asian-inspired toppings.