Salmon Tacos with Mango-Avocado Salsa and Cilantro-Lime Crema

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

Zesty salmon tacos topped with sweet mango salsa and a cooling cilantro-lime crema, perfect for a vibrant weeknight dinner. This Mexican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, lime, cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, cut into 1-inch pieces salmon fillets
• 1, juiced lime
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup, diced mango
• 1/2, diced avocado
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
• 1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/2, juiced lime
• 8, corn or flour tortillas

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, mix salmon pieces with 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Let marinate for 10 minutes while preheating a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Step 2: Sear salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and flaky, transferring to a plate. Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in the same skillet to warm tortillas for 20 seconds per side.
3. Step 3: Combine diced mango, avocado, red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro in a bowl. Squeeze remaining 1/2 lime juice over the mixture and toss gently.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk sour cream, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tbsp chopped cilantro. Assemble tacos by placing warm tortillas on plates, topping with seared salmon, mango salsa, and a dollop of cilantro-lime crema.