Blackened Salmon Tacos Recipe
Blackened salmon tacos scream “weeknight dinner with main character energy,” and honestly, they deliver more drama than your favorite Netflix series.
The smoky spice rub transforms plain salmon into fiery perfection, while tortillas cradle it like edible handbags designed for your taste buds.
Fresh toppings—crisp slaw, zesty lime, creamy sauce—bring sass, crunch, and balance so good you’ll forget about boring takeout forever.
It’s bold, fast, slightly messy, and guaranteed to make you look like a culinary genius without actually trying that hard.
Blackened Salmon Tacos Recipe
Blackened salmon tucked into warm tortillas, topped with crunchy slaw and creamy sauce for the ultimate spicy-fresh taco experience.
Ingredients
Method
- Mix paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Coat salmon fillets with olive oil, then rub spice mix evenly.
- Heat skillet over medium-high heat; cook salmon 4–5 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
- Warm tortillas in skillet or oven.
- Toss cabbage with lime juice and cilantro.
- Flake salmon, place in tortillas, top with slaw and vegan sour cream.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 370
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 31g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin D: 60%
- Vitamin B12: 45%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Selenium: 55%
- Potassium: 22%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Swap tortillas for lettuce wraps if you’re feeling virtuous.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra fire.
- Pair with mango salsa for tropical flair.
