Low Carb Zesty Grilled Salmon Tacos
Elevate taco night with these Low Carb Zesty Grilled Salmon Tacos, a vibrant and healthy twist on a Mexican-inspired favorite. Featuring perfectly grilled salmon seasoned with a blend of chili powder, paprika, cumin, and lime juice, these tacos pack bold flavors in every bite. Served on crisp butter lettuce leaves instead of traditional tortillas, they’re light yet satisfying and ideal for low-carb diets. Topped with crunchy red cabbage, creamy avocado slices, and a zesty lime crema infused with hot sauce, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick, wholesome option for weeknight dinners or entertaining. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for an irresistible burst of freshness that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon fillet
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 8 pieces butter lettuce leaves
- 0.5 cup red cabbage
- 1 medium avocado
- 2 tbsp cilantro leaves
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp extra lime juice
- 0.5 tsp hot sauce
Instructions
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels. Rub it evenly with olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 5 minutes while you prepare other ingredients.
Place the salmon, skin side down if it has skin, onto the preheated grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side, then gently flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon cooks, make the lime crema. In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream, lime zest, extra lime juice, and hot sauce. Set aside.
Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for 2-3 minutes. Using a fork, flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces.
To assemble each taco, place 1-2 butter lettuce leaves together as a base. Add a few tablespoons of red cabbage, a couple of salmon flakes, a slice or two of avocado, and a small drizzle of lime crema. Garnish with cilantro leaves.
Serve immediately with lime wedges, if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1927 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.0 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.7 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 29.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 342 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 2706 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 123.2 g | 246% | |
| Vitamin D | 62.1 mcg | 311% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 3338 mg | 71% | |
*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.
