Blackened Salmon Tacos with Avocado Crema

Name: Blackened Salmon Tacos with Avocado Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3 servings (2 tacos each)
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into strips; 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; 6 corn tortillas; 2 cups shredded purple cabbage; 1 large avocado; 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt; 1 lime, juiced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro

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Elevate taco night with these restaurant-worthy Blackened Salmon Tacos. Wild-caught salmon fillets are coated in a bold, smoky blend of paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and cayenne, then pan-seared until the crust is perfectly blackened and the interior is tender and flaky. The spicy fish is balanced by a crisp cabbage-carrot slaw and a cooling, homemade avocado crema that's bursting with fresh lime and cilantro. Served on warm corn tortillas, these tacos are a flavor explosion in every bite—packed with heart-healthy fats, lean protein, and vibrant vegetables. They're quick enough for a weeknight yet impressive enough for a summer gathering, perfectly capturing the current trend of gourmet, healthy-ish tacos.

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Two blackened salmon tacos with cabbage slaw and avocado crema on corn tortillas

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time10 min

Servings3 servings (2 tacos each)

Equipment

Non-stick skilletSmall blender or food processorMixing bowls

Instructions

1
Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Coat salmon strips evenly with the spice rub.
2
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
3
For the crema: blend avocado, sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
4
Warm tortillas according to package directions.
5
Assemble tacos: place blackened salmon on a tortilla, top with shredded cabbage, and drizzle generously with avocado crema.

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Leckere Rezepte

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