Salmon Tacos Recipe

Name: Salmon Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salmon:; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 dash Cajun seasoning; 4 (3 ounce) fillets salmon fillets, thawed if frozen; Salsa:; 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained; 1 tomato, diced; 1/4 cup diced red onion; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 8 corn tortillas; 1/2 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup sour cream (optional); 1/2 cup guacamole (optional)

Servings: persons

Salmon:
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 dash Cajun seasoning
4 (3 ounce) fillets salmon fillets, thawed if frozen
Salsa:
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 tomato, diced
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
8 corn tortillas
1/2 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
1/2 cup guacamole (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Microwave butter in a small microwave-safe bowl until melted, 20 to 30 seconds. Whisk in lemon juice. Add Cajun seasoning.
3
Place salmon fillets in a shallow baking dish. Drizzle butter mixture over salmon.
4
Bake salmon in the preheated oven until cooked through, about 20 minutes. Flake into smaller pieces with a fork.
5
Mix corn, black beans, tomato, red onion, and cilantro in a bowl to make salsa.
6
Arrange corn tortillas on a baking sheet.
7
Warm tortillas in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes.
8
Divide salmon, salsa, and Cheddar cheese among warm tortillas. Wrap up and serve with sour cream and guacamole.

615

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salmon:, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 dash Cajun seasoning, and more.

Yes, Salmon Tacos falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salmon Tacos

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Variations & substitutions

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