Blackened Salmon Tacos with Chunky Mango Avocado Salsa

Spicy, smoky, sweet, and tangy — these Blackened Salmon Tacos with Chunky Mango Avocado Salsa are a fresh and flavor-packed twist on taco night. Boldly seasoned salmon meets a juicy tropical salsa, all wrapped in a warm tortilla.

Origin Blackened Salmon Tacos with Chunky Mango Avocado Salsa

Blackened fish is a signature of Cajun cuisine, while mango salsas are rooted in tropical and Latin American cooking. This fusion brings together vibrant global flavors into a fun, handheld dish.

What I Love About This Recipe

The blackened crust on the salmon is packed with spice and texture, while the salsa adds cooling sweetness and creaminess. Each bite is a perfect balance of heat, acid, and richness — plus it’s super quick to prepare.

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Blackened Salmon Tacos with Chunky Mango Avocado Salsa

Recipe by RecipeWikki

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

340

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) salmon fillets, skin removed

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 1 ripe mango, diced

• 1 ripe avocado, diced

• ½ small red onion, finely chopped

• 1 jalapeño, minced (optional, for heat)

• Juice of 1 lime

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

• Salt, to taste

• 6 small corn or flour tortillas

• Optional toppings: shredded cabbage, sour cream, lime wedges, hot sauce

Directions

• Combine mango, avocado, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and cilantro in a bowl.
• Gently toss and season with salt. Chill until ready to use.
• Pat salmon dry and rub with olive oil.
• Mix all blackening spices and coat both sides of the salmon.
• Heat a cast-iron skillet or nonstick pan over medium-high heat.
• Cook salmon 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
• Remove from heat and flake into large chunks.
• Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
• Place salmon in tortillas, top with mango avocado salsa and optional toppings.
• Serve immediately, with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

• Want extra crunch? Add shredded red cabbage or a handful of crispy tortilla strips.
• For a dairy boost, drizzle with lime crema (sour cream + lime juice + a pinch of salt).
• Great for summer meals or entertaining — prep the salsa ahead!