Keto Zesty Grilled Salmon Tacos
Elevate your taco night with these Keto Zesty Grilled Salmon Tacos, a vibrant and health-conscious twist on traditional tacos. Perfectly seasoned salmon fillets are grilled to smoky, flaky perfection with a marinade featuring lime zest, smoked paprika, and ground cumin for a bold, citrusy kick. Instead of tortillas, butterhead or iceberg lettuce leaves serve as crisp, keto-friendly taco shells, keeping the dish light yet satisfying. Topped with creamy lime crema, sliced avocado, peppery radishes, and optional jalapeño heat, every bite is bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Ready in under 30 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free recipe is perfect for a quick dinner or impressive weekend entertaining. Enjoy these nutritious tacos that are packed with flavors and fit seamlessly into your keto lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces butterhead or iceberg lettuce leaves
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (for crema)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 whole avocado, sliced
- 4 whole radishes, thinly sliced
- 1 whole jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper to make a marinade.
Brush the marinade generously over the salmon fillets, ensuring all sides are coated.
Place the salmon fillets on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is grilling, prepare the lime crema by whisking together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro in a small bowl.
Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for 2 minutes. Gently flake the fish into bite-sized pieces with a fork.
To assemble the tacos, lay out the lettuce leaves as taco shells. Fill each leaf with flaked salmon, then top with sliced avocado, radishes, jalapeño (if using), and a drizzle of lime crema. Sprinkle with the remaining chopped cilantro for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your zesty keto-friendly grilled salmon tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1953 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.4 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 288 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 1773 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 114.9 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1384 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
