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Best Air Fryer Salmon Tacos With Zesty Slaw

The Best Air Fryer Salmon Tacos with Zesty Slaw

The Best Air Fryer Salmon Tacos with Zesty Slaw are a culinary revelation, offering a quick, healthy, and utterly delicious weeknight meal. This recipe is your go-to for creating restaurant-quality tacos that are both incredibly simple and bursting with vibrant flavors, making it an indispensable addition to your recipe repertoire.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1.5 lbs salmon fillets, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Zesty Slaw
  • 1/2 head green cabbage, thinly sliced about 4 cups
  • 1/4 head red cabbage, thinly sliced about 2 cups
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and shredded
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice from about 1/2 lime
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Tacos
  • 8-12 small corn or flour tortillas
  • Optional Toppings Avocado slices, pico de gallo, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime wedges, hot sauce

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Medium Bowl
  • Large bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Dry skillet

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the salmon cubes, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to ensure each piece of salmon is evenly coated with the spices and oil.
    1.5 lbs salmon fillets, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, salt and freshly ground black pepper
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Arrange the seasoned salmon cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding the basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking and crisping.
  4. Air fry for 6-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The exact time will depend on the size of your salmon cubes and your air fryer model.
  5. While the salmon is cooking, prepare the slaw. In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrot, and chopped cilantro.
    1/2 head green cabbage, thinly sliced, 1/4 head red cabbage, thinly sliced, 1 large carrot, peeled and shredded, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, honey or agave nectar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined and creamy.
    2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt and freshly ground black pepper
  7. Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Toss gently until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the zesty dressing.
  8. Let the slaw sit for at least 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to slightly soften.
  9. Warm the tortillas according to package instructions. This can be done in a dry skillet, in the microwave, or briefly in the air fryer.
    8-12 small corn or flour tortillas
  10. Flake the cooked air fryer salmon into bite-sized pieces.
  11. To assemble each taco, spoon a generous portion of the zesty slaw onto a warm tortilla.
  12. Top the slaw with the flaked air fryer salmon.
  13. Add your favorite optional toppings, such as avocado slices, pico de gallo, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
    Optional Toppings

Notes

The slaw is best served cold and does not require reheating. It is best to prepare this dish for immediate consumption to enjoy its best quality. This recipe is not ideal for freezing.