Air Fryer Salmon Tacos with Slaw
These air fryer salmon tacos with slaw are a perfect balance of tender, flavorful salmon and crisp, tangy slaw. Quick to prepare, customizable, and budget-friendly, they’re ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Slaw:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 1 carrot, shredded
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Tacos:
- 8 small tortillas
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Shred Vegetables: Combine shredded cabbage and carrot in a large bowl.
- Make Slaw Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Toss Slaw: Pour dressing over cabbage and carrot, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
- Season Salmon: Pat fillets dry, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Cook Salmon: Place salmon in the basket in a single layer and air fry for 8–10 minutes, until opaque and flaky.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a skillet for 20–30 seconds per side or in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes.
- Assemble Tacos: Layer slaw on tortillas, top with salmon, and add optional toppings like avocado or cilantro.
Notes
Slaw can be made a day in advance.
Adjust spice level by adding cayenne or chili powder to salmon or slaw.
Leftover salmon works well in salads or grain bowls.
Find it online: https://quickrecipetricks.com/air-fryer-salmon-tacos-with-slaw/