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Chipotle Honey Salmon Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

Chipotle Honey Salmon Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

These salmon tacos are a perfect blend of sweet and smoky flavors, paired with a refreshing pineapple salsa for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon
  • 680 g salmon fillets skin removed
  • 30 ml olive oil for marinating
  • 30 ml honey adds sweetness
  • 15 ml adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
  • 1 piece chipotle pepper finely minced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder for flavor
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika adds smokiness
  • 0.5 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper to taste
Pineapple Salsa
  • 180 g fresh pineapple diced
  • 60 g red onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 piece jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 piece lime juice of
  • 1 pinch salt for salsa
Tacos
  • 8 pieces small corn or flour tortillas for serving
  • 120 g shredded cabbage or lettuce optional topping

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, honey, adobo sauce, minced chipotle pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Marinate the salmon fillets in this mixture for at least 15 minutes.
  3. While the salmon is marinating, prepare the pineapple salsa by mixing diced pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in another bowl.
  4. Heat the grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated salmon for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
  5. Warm the tortillas on the grill or skillet for about 30 seconds each side.
  6. Assemble the tacos by placing pieces of salmon on the tortillas, topping with pineapple salsa, shredded cabbage or lettuce, and garnishing with lime wedges and extra cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15g

Notes

These tacos are great for a summer meal. Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less chipotle pepper.
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