Recipe Source: Deliciously Healthy Dinners

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| Prep time | Cook time | Yields | Serving Size |
| 20 minutes | 15 minutes | 4 servings | 1 taco |
| 12 oz salmon fillet, cut into 4 portions (3 oz each) | | 4 (8-inch) whole-wheat tortillas | For taco filling: 1 C green cabbage (about ¼ head), rinsed and shredded 1 tsp lime juice 1 tsp honey ½ C red onion, thinly sliced (or substitute white onion) 1 medium Jalapeno chili pepper, rinsed and split lengthwise—remove seeds and white membrane, and mince (about 2 Tbsp); for less spice, use green bell pepper 1 tsp fresh cilantro, minced (or substitute ½ tsp ground coriander) | For marinade: ½ Tbsp corn oil or other vegetable oil 1 Tbsp lime juice 2 tsp chili powder ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground coriander ¼ tsp salt | | | calories | 325 | | Total fat | 11 g | | Saturated fat | 1 g | | Cholesterol | 54 mg | | Sodium | 395 mg | | Total fiber | 4 g | | Protein | 24 g | | Carbohydrates | 29 g | | Potassium | 614 mg | |
Directions -
| 1 | Preheat grill or oven broiler (with the rack 3 inches from heat source) on high temperature. | -
| 2 | Prepare taco filling by combining all ingredients. Let stand for 10–15 minutes to blend the flavors. | -
| 3 | To prepare the marinade, combine the oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, coriander, and salt in a bowl. | -
| 4 | Place salmon fillets in a flat dish with sides. Pour marinade evenly over fillets. | -
| 5 | Place salmon fillets on grill or broiler. Cook for 3–4 minutes on each side, until fish flakes easily with a fork in the thickest part (minimum internal temperature of 145 °F). Remove from the heat and set aside for 2–3 minutes. Cut into strips. | -
| 6 | To make each taco, fill one tortilla with ¾ cup filling and one salmon fillet. | Tip: Try serving with a tomato cucumber salad drizzled with light vinaigrette. |
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