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Air fryer salmon tacos topped with fresh cabbage slaw in warm corn tortillas on a white plate

Air Fryer Salmon Tacos with Slaw

Quick and healthy salmon tacos made in the air fryer with crispy seasoned salmon, tangy cabbage slaw, and warm corn tortillas. Ready in 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 4 oz each, skinless
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage red or green
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 8 small corn tortillas

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Small bowl
  • Large bowl
  • Fork
  • Pastry brush (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for 3-5 minutes. While it heats, pat the salmon fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Use a pastry brush or your fingers to coat each salmon fillet evenly with the spice mixture.
  3. Arrange salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer with space between each piece. Cook for 8-10 minutes, checking at 8 minutes for thinner fillets. The salmon is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and flakes easily with a fork.
  4. While the salmon cooks, combine shredded cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, and lime juice in a large bowl. Toss thoroughly and set aside.
  5. Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side, or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds. Using a fork, gently flake the cooked salmon into large chunks.
  6. Assemble your tacos by dividing salmon among warm tortillas, topping generously with slaw, and serving immediately.

Notes

Salmon can use skin-on fillets - just peel skin off after cooking. Frozen salmon works too, add 1-2 minutes cooking time. Don't increase air fryer temperature above 400°F or salmon will dry out. Store salmon and slaw separately in airtight containers up to 2 days.