Description
Air Fryer Salmon Tacos with Slaw offer a burst of flavors and textures. Succulent salmon, zesty lime, fresh cilantro, and a dash of spice come together in a soft tortilla, creating a delightful fiesta for your taste buds. This recipe is easy to prepare, flavorful, and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin on or off
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- For the Slaw:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or red)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional Toppings:
- Diced avocado
- Salsa
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels.
- Brush the salmon with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Season the salmon generously with the spice mixture, ensuring even coverage. This makes for delicious air fryer salmon.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Carefully place the seasoned salmon in the air fryer basket, skin-side down if applicable.
- Cook the salmon for 10-15 minutes, or until it’s flaky and cooked through. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your salmon. This is how to make air fryer salmon crispy.
- While the salmon cooks, prepare the slaw. In a medium bowl, combine shredded cabbage, fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Warm the tortillas according to package instructions. You can warm them in a microwave, on a dry skillet, or in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes.
- Once the salmon is cooked, carefully remove it from the air fryer. Flake the salmon with a fork into bite-sized pieces. This perfect crispy air fryer salmon is ready.
- Assemble your tacos: Place a generous amount of flaked salmon onto each warm tortilla.
- Top with a spoonful of the prepared slaw.
- Add any desired optional toppings like diced avocado, salsa, sour cream, or hot sauce to your amazing air fryer salmon dishes.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your mouthwatering air fryer salmon tacos!
Notes
- For extra crispy salmon skin, ensure the skin is very dry before seasoning and place it directly on the air fryer basket.
- Adjust spice levels to your preference. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicier kick.
- Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- This recipe is an easy air fryer salmon recipe for beginners.
- For healthy air fryer salmon with skin, keep the skin on during cooking.
- Quick air fryer salmon dinner ideas can include serving with a side of rice or beans.
- Flaky air fryer salmon without oil can be achieved by using a non-stick cooking spray instead of olive oil.
- Air fryer salmon cooking time and temp are crucial for perfect results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg