Fresh Mango Salmon Tacos

Name: Fresh Mango Salmon Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh salmon fillets; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 8 small corn or flour tortillas; 1 ripe mango, diced; 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 lime, cut into wedges; 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon lime juice

These vibrant salmon tacos are packed with zesty flavor and fresh ingredients for a perfect weeknight meal.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Mexican· July 20, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

10 minutes

Total

25 minutes

Serves

There is something special about the combination of flaky, spiced salmon and sweet mango salsa. It is a light meal that feels fancy enough for guests but is easy enough to make after a long workday.

My favorite trick for these tacos is to let the salmon marinate while you chop the fruit and vegetables. This ensures the fish stays juicy and full of flavor once it hits the pan.

🧺 Ingredients

1 pound fresh salmon fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 ripe mango, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lime juice

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Mix the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika in a small bowl, then rub the mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3
Add the salmon to the pan and cook for about 4 minutes per side until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
4
While the fish cooks, stir the diced mango, red onion, and half of the cilantro together in a bowl to make your salsa.
5
In a separate small dish, whisk the sour cream with the lime juice.
6
Flake the cooked salmon into bite sized pieces using a fork.
7
Warm your tortillas, then fill each one with salmon and top with the mango salsa and a drizzle of the lime cream.

💡 Tips

Store any leftover salmon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. If you like a little extra heat, feel free to add some sliced jalapeños to your mango salsa before serving.

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