Blackened Salmon Tacos
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 8 minutes • Serves 4
2 tablespoons blackened seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 (6-inch) extra thin yellow corn tortillas
1 large avocado, pitted and chopped
1/2cup drained and rinsed canned black beans
1/2cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2cup shredded red cabbage
1/4cup chopped green onion
1/2cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1.Sprinkle salmon with seasoning. In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; add salmon and cook 8 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145° and outside is “blackened,” turning once.
2.Heat tortillas between 2 damp paper towels in microwave oven 30 seconds. Fill tortillas with salmon, avocado, beans, corn, cabbage and onion; drizzle with yogurt.
Approximate nutritional values per serving:
450 Calories, 21g Fat (3g Saturated), 73mg Cholesterol, 482mg Sodium,
33g Carbohydrates, 8g Fiber, 5g Sugars, 0g Added Sugars, 35g Protein
Chef Tip:
Serve with a mango, radish, cilantro and toasted pepita salad with a citrus dressing.
Dietitian’s Dish:
> The fiber in black beans, omega-3 fatty acids in salmon, and monounsaturated fats in avocado are heart-healthy nutrients.
