Description

These Air Fryer Salmon Tacos with Slaw offer a quick and fresh meal packed with vibrant flavors. Featuring perfectly crisp salmon fillets cooked effortlessly in the air fryer, smoky turkey bacon, creamy plant-based cheese, and a zesty natural gelling agent slaw, this recipe balances textures and tastes beautifully for a nutritious and satisfying dinner or crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Salmon

4 salmon fillets (fresh or thawed)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil

For the Smoked Turkey Bacon

4 slices smoked turkey bacon

For the Slaw

2 cups shredded cabbage mix
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup finely sliced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
1 tbsp olive oil
Pinch of salt
1 tsp natural gelling agent

For Assembly

8 small corn or flour tortillas
1/2 cup shredded plant-based cheese

Instructions

Prepare the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and a drizzle of olive oil to ensure a flavorful crust. Place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer for even cooking.
Air Fry the Salmon: Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook the salmon for about 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through. The salmon should be opaque and flaky when done but still moist inside.
Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: While the salmon cooks, crisp the smoked turkey bacon in a skillet or in the air fryer for a few minutes until it reaches your desired crunchiness. Chop or crumble into bite-sized pieces.
Make the Slaw: In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, finely sliced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro. Mix lime juice, apple cider vinegar (natural), olive oil, a pinch of salt, and the natural gelling agent in a small bowl and whisk until smooth. Pour over the slaw and toss well to coat evenly.
Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Layer each with a generous scoop of slaw, a cooked salmon fillet, crumbled smoked turkey bacon, and a sprinkle of shredded plant-based cheese. Enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavors.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer; cook salmon in batches if needed to ensure even crisping.
Use a kitchen thermometer; salmon is perfectly cooked around 145°F internal temperature.
Prep slaw in advance to let flavors meld, but add the plant-based cheese just before assembling.
Toast tortillas on a skillet or in the air fryer for 30 seconds for extra softness and flavor.
Customize spice levels by adding cayenne or chipotle powder to the salmon seasoning if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (2 tacos)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 55mg

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