Chili Lime Salmon Tacos with Avocado Mash

& my favorite for fish tacos - a simple yogurt sauce!

Read below for the recipe and nutrition information!

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Recipe Information:

• Makes 4-5 tacos

• Preparation time: 20 minutes

• Total time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

For the salmon:

• 2 tbsp chili powder

• 1/2 tbsp paprika

• 2 tsp garlic powder

• 2 tsp onion powder

• 1 lb salmon, skinned and chopped into 1-inch cubes

For the avocado mash:

• 1 large avocado

• A sprinkle of sea salt flakes

• A sprinkle of ground pepper

• A squeeze of lime

For the yogurt sauce:

• 2 Tbsp Greek yogurt 

• 2 Tbsp mayonnaise 

• A sprinkle of fine salt

• A small squeeze of lime

For the tacos:

• Tortillas, warmed up on stove

• 1 Persian cucumber, sliced

• Shredded green cabbage

• Squeeze of lime

Recipe:

For the salmon:

1. Mix all spices together in a medium sized bowl.

2. Place skinned salmon cubes into bowl. Use your hands or a fork to fully and evenly coat salmon cubes in spice mix.

3. Add spiced salmon cubes to air fryer in a single layer.

4. Air fry the salmon cubes at 380 degrees F for 7-10 mins (I find that 8 mins is my perfect salmon!) No need to preheat or flip salmon during cooking. Once done, salmon should flake easily with a fork.

For the avocado mash:

1. Place all ingredients into a small-medium bowl. Use a fork to thoroughly mash all ingredients together until avocado becomes smooth-ish (lumps are okay, but should all be well combined together). Taste and adjust flavors to your preferences.

For the yogurt sauce:

1. Place all ingredients into a small bowl. Use a fork or spoon to thoroughly combine until the sauce is smooth and cohesive. Taste and adjust flavors to your preferences. Add extra lime juice, milk, or water if you prefer a thinner sauce.

For the tacos:

1. Assemble the tacos! Add the salmon, avocado mash, and yogurt sauce to the warmed tortillas. Top with cucumber slices, shredded cabbage, and an additional squeeze of lime - enjoy!

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Nutrition:

• Salmon: salmon is full of healthy fats, selenium, B vitamins, niacin, pantothenic acid, thiamin, and phosphorus. These all contribute to a healthy body! The essential omega-3 fatty acids in salmon are super anti-inflammatory and extremely heart healthy, as well. Salmon is an awesome high-quality protein source!

• Avocado: HEART HEALTHY FATS!! Avocado contains lots of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (MUFAs and PUFAs), which reduce cholesterol and triglycerides.

• Cucumber: cucumbers are packed with vitamin K, which is essential for blood clotting and bone health! They're also a great source of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B, copper, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, and water for hydration!

• Greek yogurt: greek yogurt is a great source of protein, vitamin B12, riboflavin, and selenium! It's also great for gut health, bones, and supporting muscle recovery. 

• Cabbage: cabbage is high in dietary fiber, vitamin K (needed for blood clotting), vitamin C (great for immunity), and folate (awesome for cell division + preventing anemia)!