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Salmon Tacos with Lime Crema

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: lunch
Cuisine: mexican
Keyword: seafood, easy dinner recipe,
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 lb Salmon fillets
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4-6 flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1/2 lime sliced and juiced
  • kosher salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 clove garlic minced

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl mix together 1/4 tsp of cayenne, paprika, cumin, coriander, garlic, and onion powder. Set aside.
  • Place salmon fillets skin side down on a small sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with a big pinch of salt.
  • Season salmon liberally with spice mixture and bake for 10 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, yogurt, garlic, lime juice, and remainder of cayenne. Add a pinch of salt and give it a quick stir. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Using 2 forks, shred salmon into large chunks.
  • Toast tortillas over a medium flame for 10-15 seconds per side, or until lightly charred.

Notes

  • If salmon does not shred easily. Place back in oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes or until desired doneness. 
  • You can substitute sour cream for Greek yogurt.
  • If you are not able to find salmon, any firm flaky fish such as cod or halibut will work.