Description
Chipotle Honey Salmon Tacos with Pineapple Salsa are a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy, wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for any occasion, these tacos promise a burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillets
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 corn tortillas
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix chopped chipotle peppers, honey, lime juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Salmon: Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Salmon: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes per side until flaky.
- Create Pineapple Salsa: In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, cilantro (if using), lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat corn tortillas on a griddle until warm and slightly charred.
- Assemble Tacos: Flake grilled salmon into pieces and layer onto warmed tortillas. Top with pineapple salsa and an extra squeeze of lime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try grilling the pineapple briefly before adding it to the salsa. Swap salmon for shrimp or chicken if desired; experiment with mango or kiwi in place of pineapple.