Grilled Salmon Mango Tacos (Printable)

Grilled salmon and mango salsa create vibrant tacos ideal for a refreshing, flavorful summer meal.

# What You Need:

→ Salmon Preparation

01 - 4 skinless salmon fillets, 4–5 oz each
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Mango Salsa

09 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
10 - 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
11 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
12 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Juice of 1 lime
15 - Salt to taste

→ Assembly

16 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
17 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
18 - Lime wedges, for serving

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime juice in a mixing bowl.
03 - Brush the spice mixture evenly across each salmon fillet.
04 - Place salmon fillets on grill and cook 3–4 minutes per side, until opaque and easily flaked. Remove from heat and set aside.
05 - Mix diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Toss gently and set aside.
06 - Warm tortillas directly on grill for 20–30 seconds each side.
07 - Gently flake cooked salmon into large bite-sized pieces.
08 - Add shredded cabbage to each tortilla, top with flaked salmon, and spoon mango salsa over. Serve promptly with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Each bite bursts with smoky, juicy salmon and a twist of bright, tropical salsa—just the thing to wake up your palate.
  • It comes together quickly, making it a go-to for speedy dinners or impromptu gatherings when you want something special but fuss-free.
02 -
  • Don’t skip drying the salmon—moisture left on the fillets makes the grill stick and tears the fish.
  • Let the mango salsa rest for a few minutes before serving; the flavors mellow and blend, giving a far tastier bite.
03 -
  • Don’t overcook the salmon—when it’s just flaky, it's at its most tender and juicy.
  • A pinch of cayenne in the spice rub adds intrigue, but adding too much can drown the delicate mango.
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