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Blackened Salmon Tacos

Savory Blackened Salmon Tacos with Creamy Spicy Slaw

Delicious Blackened Salmon Tacos with a smoky flavor, crunchy slaw, and creamy feta for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 5 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1 lb Salmon Fillet can use skin-on or skinless
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika adjust for heat preference
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt or sea salt
  • 0.5 tsp Onion Powder or fresh onion
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 0.5 tsp Dried Thyme or oregano
  • 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper or chili powder
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
For Cooking
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil or avocado oil
For the Tacos
  • 5 pieces Fajita-Sized Tortillas
  • 2 cups Shredded Coleslaw Mix or your favorite mix
  • 0.5 cups Feta Cheese or cotija cheese
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes or diced bell peppers
For the Spicy Mayo
  • 0.25 cup Mayonnaise or vegan mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Hot Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, kosher salt, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, and ground cumin. Stir to mix and set aside.
  2. Pat the salmon fillet dry and coat it evenly with the seasoning mix. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  4. Cook the seasoned salmon fillet, flesh-side down, for about 3 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until flaky. Let it rest for 4-5 minutes before flaking.
  5. Combine the mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lime juice in a small bowl to make the spicy mayo.
  6. Warm the tortillas in the skillet for about 30 seconds on each side. Assemble the tacos with salmon, coleslaw mix, feta, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle the spicy mayo over the top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider customizing your tacos with additional toppings like diced avocado or zesty salsa verde. Store leftover salmon in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days, keeping toppings separate to prevent sogginess.

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