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Smoky Salmon & Roasted Carrot Tacos

2023-10-27 - Written by: Amelia Greenleaf

Smoky Salmon & Roasted Carrot Tacos

A vibrant and flavorful twist on traditional tacos, featuring smoky salmon, sweet roasted carrots, and a zesty cilantro lime slaw.

Ingredients:

  • For the Salmon:

    • 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tsp smoked paprika
    • 1/2 tsp cumin
    • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For the Roasted Carrots:

    • 1 lb carrots, peeled and chopped
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
    • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For the Cilantro Lime Slaw:

    • 1 cup shredded cabbage
    • 1/2 cup shredded red onion
    • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
    • 1 lime, juiced
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For Serving:

    • 8 small corn tortillas, warmed
    • Optional toppings: avocado slices, crumbled feta cheese, hot sauce

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Salmon: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon fillet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and season with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Roast the Carrots: Toss chopped carrots with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread carrots around the salmon on the baking sheet.
  3. Bake: Roast salmon and carrots for 15-20 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and carrots are tender.
  4. Make the Slaw: While roasting, combine shredded cabbage, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss to combine.
  5. Assemble Tacos: Warm corn tortillas according to package instructions. Flake cooked salmon and divide evenly among tortillas. Top with roasted carrots, cilantro lime slaw, and desired toppings.