Super-Simple Salmon Tacos with Juicy Citrus Salsa
Super-Simple Salmon Tacos with Juicy Citrus Salsa deliver 37g protein and 418 calories per serving in a four-serving batch. Stovetop-cooks in minutes, making it accessible for weeknight meal prep or quick lunch assembly when you're short on time. High protein-to-calorie ratio makes these ideal for building out your macro targets without excess carbs or fat.
Ingredients
- •Salmon(680g)
- •Chili powder(15g)
- •Cumin, Ground(5g)
- •Oregano, Dried(3g)
- •½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- •¼ teaspoon black pepper
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
- •Orange
- •Avocado
- •JalapeñO Pepper
- •Yellow Onion
- •Cilantro, Fresh(240g)
- •Lime
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or grease with cooking spray; set aside.
- 2Whisk together the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and black pepper together in a small bowl until combined. Lightly pat the salmon filets dry with paper towels. Then place them in a single layer on the baking sheet, brush on all sides with oil, and sprinkle evenly with the seasoning mixture. Bake until the internal temperature of the salmon reaches 135-145°F*, about 4-6 minutes per half inch of thickness (measured by the thickest part of the filet). You can also test for doneness by inserting a fork or knife in the salmon and twisting it a bit; the fish should be opaque and flake easily.
- 3While your salmon is cooking, toss together the oranges, avocado, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro and lime juice in a medium bowl until combined.
- 4Once the salmon is cooked, use a fork to roughly shred it into large pieces. Add the salmon to your tortillas, top with a few spoonfuls of salsa (plus some extra cilantro if you would like)…and enjoy!
Nutrition — Per Serving
418
calories
37g
protein
28g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Saturated fat
- 5.8g
- Sodium
- 238 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.4g
4 servings per batch · ~240g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Super-Simple Salmon Tacos with Juicy Citrus Salsa have per serving?
Each serving contains 37g of protein and 418 calories, with 28g fat and only 5g carbs. This makes it an exceptionally lean protein option relative to calorie content—one of the lowest-carb recipes in the PrepForge library.
How long does it take to make Super-Simple Salmon Tacos with Juicy Citrus Salsa?
This recipe has quick prep time and yields 4 servings, making it efficient for a single meal prep session or quick weeknight dinner prep. The minimal active time reflects the straightforward stovetop preparation.
Is Super-Simple Salmon Tacos with Juicy Citrus Salsa good for fat loss?
At 418 calories and only 5g carbs per serving with 37g protein, these tacos are highly efficient for fat loss—you get high satiety from protein and healthy fats without carb-heavy calories. This is an excellent choice for keeping daily calorie totals in check while maintaining muscle during a cut.
