Air Fryer Salmon Tacos Slaw (Printable)

Crisp salmon fillets paired with tangy cabbage slaw in warm corn tortillas, perfect for a quick, nutritious meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Salmon

01 - 4 salmon fillets, skinless, approximately 4 oz 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

→ Cabbage Slaw

07 - 2 cups shredded red or green cabbage
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

# Method:

01 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub each fillet evenly with olive oil, then season with chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
02 - Set air fryer to 400°F and preheat for 2 minutes.
03 - While air fryer preheats, combine shredded cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly and set aside.
04 - Place seasoned salmon fillets in single layer in air fryer basket. Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time varies based on fillet thickness.
05 - While salmon cooks, warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable and heated through.
06 - Flake cooked salmon into large pieces. Layer salmon onto each tortilla, top generously with slaw, and garnish with additional cilantro or lime squeeze if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Salmon gets impossibly crispy on the outside while staying buttery inside, all in ten minutes flat.
  • The tangy cabbage slaw is so addictive you might find yourself making extra to eat straight from the bowl.
  • It's the kind of dish that feels indulgent but actually fits your health goals perfectly.
02 -
  • If your salmon is still wet after patting dry, it won't crisp up properly—go back in with fresh paper towels, even if it feels excessive.
  • Don't skip the preheat step on your air fryer; it's what creates that restaurant-quality crust.
  • The slaw gets better when you make it a few minutes ahead and let the flavors marry together.
03 -
  • Buy salmon that's been frozen and thawed properly rather than expecting it to be better fresh—honestly, good frozen salmon cooks more evenly.
  • Make the slaw up to an hour ahead; it actually tastes better when the flavors have time to blend together.
  • If your fillets are thicker than usual, add a minute or two to the cooking time and check for doneness with a fork rather than guessing.
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