Grilled Salmon Mango Tacos (Printable Version)

Grilled salmon with zesty mango salsa, served on tortillas for a flavorful and light weeknight dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Salmon Preparation

01 - 4 skinless salmon fillets, approximately 4–5 ounces 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 kosher 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 - Kosher salt, to taste

→ Assembly

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

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - In a small bowl, blend olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and lime juice to create a spice mixture.
03 - Brush the prepared spice mixture evenly over all surfaces of the salmon fillets.
04 - Cook salmon fillets on the grill for 3–4 minutes per side, or until just cooked through and easily flaked. Remove and set aside.
05 - In a mixing bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, red bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Toss gently and reserve.
06 - Place tortillas on the grill for 20–30 seconds per side until warmed and pliable.
07 - Using a fork, gently flake the cooked salmon into large pieces.
08 - Layer shredded cabbage on each tortilla, top with flaked salmon, and spoon mango salsa over. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of smoky grilled salmon and tangy mango salsa tastes like an escape to somewhere sunny.
  • It comes together quickly with a handful of kitchen staples, making it ideal for last-minute gatherings or weeknight dinners.
02 -
  • If you rush the salmon, it can stick—always oil the grill grates or grill pan for effortless flipping.
  • Letting the salsa sit for a few minutes before serving melds the flavors beautifully.
03 -
  • Grilling salmon on a diagonal gives those pretty grill marks and helps prevent sticking.
  • Squeeze lime over the tacos just before serving—it sharpens the flavors instantly and never fails to impress.
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