Air Fryer Salmon Tacos With Slaw (Printable Version)

Crispy air-fried salmon with tangy cabbage slaw in warm corn tortillas ready in 25 minutes

# What You’ll Need:

→ Salmon

01 - 4 salmon fillets, skinless, 4 ounces each
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Slaw

07 - 2 cups shredded cabbage, red or green
08 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
09 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
12 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Assembly

13 - 8 small corn tortillas

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Coat evenly with olive oil and season with chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
02 - Set air fryer temperature to 400°F and preheat for 2 minutes.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine shredded cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated and set aside.
04 - Arrange salmon fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes until flesh flakes easily with a fork, adjusting time based on fillet thickness.
05 - Heat corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable and warm.
06 - Flake cooked salmon into large pieces. Layer onto each tortilla, generously top with slaw, and garnish with additional cilantro or lime juice as desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Efficient Cooking: The air fryer delivers perfectly flaked salmon in just 10 minutes.
  • Fresh and Crunchy: A Greek yogurt-based slaw provides a refreshing contrast to the warm, seasoned fish.
  • Dietary Friendly: Naturally pescatarian and easily made gluten-free or dairy-free.
02 -
  • Even Cooking: Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; keeping the fillets in a single layer ensures even air circulation.
  • Texture: Flake the salmon into large chunks rather than small bits to maintain a satisfying bite in the taco.
  • Freshness: Prepare the slaw just before serving so the cabbage remains crunchy and doesn't become soggy.
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