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Chipotle Salmon Tacos


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  • Author: Emily Nelson
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Pescatarian, Omnivore, Gluten-Free

Description

Flavorful chipotle salmon meets a refreshing cucumber slaw in these simple, vibrant tacos. Perfect for a weeknight meal!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 3/4 lbs (800 g) salmon
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas
  • avocado
  • lime wedges
  • sriracha

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss together the cabbage, cucumber, vinegar, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
  3. Lightly oil a baking dish and place salmon skin-side down in the dish.
  4. Brush salmon with lime juice. Season the salmon with chipotle powder, lime zest, salt, and pepper, lightly pressing in the seasonings.
  5. Roast for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish. Salmon is done when the fish is just flaky.
  6. Warm the tortillas over an open gas flame on the stove or on a grill.
  7. To serve, arrange a portion of the salmon in the middle of each tortilla and top with the slaw and sliced avocado. Give an extra squeeze of lime and a drizzle of sriracha, if desired.

Notes

  • For a smokier flavor, use adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers in addition to the chipotle powder.
  • If you don’t have fresh dill, substitute 1 teaspoon of dried dill.
  • Leftover salmon can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and used in salads or other dishes.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 tacos
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 100