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Salmon Tacos Recipe (with Mexican Slaw)

Flavorful salmon tacos topped with a tangy Mexican-style cabbage slaw.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 16 oz salmon fillet
  • 1 T olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp Szeged Fish Rub
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 6 low-carb tortillas preferably Mr. Tortilla
  • 2 cups green cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 cup red cabbage thinly sliced
  • 3 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, optional
  • 4 T mayonnaise
  • 3 T fresh-squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp Green Tabasco Sauce or more to taste
  • Vege-sal or salt to taste

Instructions

  • If frozen, thaw the salmon overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Mix the Szeged fish rub, ground cumin, and chili powder in a small bowl.
  • Brush the salmon on both sides with the olive oil, then rub the spice mixture evenly over the fillet.
  • Let the salmon sit at room temperature while you prepare the slaw.
  • Thinly slice the green and red cabbage, slice the green onions, and chop the cilantro if using.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, Green Tabasco Sauce, and Vege-sal or salt to make the slaw dressing.
  • Toss the cabbage and green onions with about half of the dressing until evenly coated, then stir in chopped cilantro if using.
  • Reserve the remaining dressing to drizzle over the tacos.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the salmon on parchment or directly in the air fryer basket and cook for about 6 minutes without turning, until cooked through.
  • Alternatively, grill or roast the salmon using your preferred method if not using an air fryer.
  • While the salmon cooks, warm each tortilla in a dry hot skillet for 30–60 seconds per side.
  • Remove the salmon and flake it into bite-sized pieces with a fork.
  • Assemble the tacos by placing some slaw on each warmed tortilla, topping with flaked salmon, and drizzling extra dressing over the tacos.
  • Serve immediately with lime wedges if desired.

Equipment

  • air fryer or oven or grill
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Fork
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Skillet or griddle

Notes

  • Use Mr. Tortilla low-carb tortillas if available for best texture.
  • Cilantro is optional and can be omitted if you prefer.
  • Adjust Green Tabasco to your preferred heat level.
  • Reserve extra dressing to drizzle on the finished tacos.