Air Fryer Salmon Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw Recipe
These Air Fryer Salmon Tacos with Slaw offer a quick, flavorful, and healthy meal option. Perfectly cooked salmon fillets are seasoned with chili powder, garlic, and smoked paprika, then air fried to juicy perfection. Served with a refreshing cabbage slaw dressed with Greek yogurt and lime, these tacos are vibrant, nutritious, and ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salmon Tacos
- 4 salmon fillets (about 4 oz each), skinless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 small corn tortillas
Slaw
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (red or green)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer and Prepare Salmon: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Pat the salmon fillets dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure proper seasoning adhesion and even cooking.
- Season the Salmon: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Brush this spice mixture evenly over all sides of the salmon fillets.
- Cook the Salmon: Place the seasoned salmon fillets skinless side down in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily when tested with a fork.
- Prepare the Slaw: While the salmon is cooking, mix together shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, Greek yogurt, and lime juice in a bowl. Toss thoroughly until the slaw is well combined and slightly creamy.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the corn tortillas either in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side or microwave them wrapped in a damp paper towel for about 20 seconds to make them pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Remove the cooked salmon from the air fryer and flake into large bite-sized pieces. Divide the flaked salmon evenly among the warmed tortillas, topping each with a generous portion of the prepared slaw. Serve immediately for maximum freshness and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with a vegan alternative to make the slaw dairy-free.
- Adjust the chili powder amount to make the seasoning milder or spicier based on your preference.
- For a crispier slaw, add a splash of apple cider vinegar instead of lime juice.
- Ensure the salmon fillets are roughly the same size for even cooking.
- Leftover salmon can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reused in salads or wraps.
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