Mesquite-Smoked Salmon Fajitas

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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This Mesquite-Smoked Salmon Fajita recipe transforms simple salmon fillets into a smoky, savory delight. The blend of coarse salt, pepper, sugar, and cumin creates a perfect crust that complements the rich fish. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, these fajitas offer a unique twist on traditional Mexican cuisine. The salmon remains moist and flaky while absorbing the robust mesquite flavor. Serve with warm tortillas, fresh salsa, and avocado for a complete meal. It’s an easy way to enjoy healthy omega-3s with bold, satisfying taste.

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Mesquite-Smoked Salmon Fajitas

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 213.2

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This Mesquite-Smoked Salmon Fajita recipe transforms simple salmon fillets into a smoky, savory delight. The blend of coarse salt, pepper, sugar, and cumin creates a perfect crust that complements the rich fish. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, these fajitas offer a unique twist on traditional Mexican cuisine. The salmon remains moist and flaky while absorbing the robust mesquite flavor. Serve with warm tortillas, fresh salsa, and avocado for a complete meal. It&# 226;€™s an easy way to enjoy healthy omega-3s with bold, satisfying taste.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the coarse salt, coarse pepper, sugar, and ground cumin to create the spice rub.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on a plate or baking sheet.
  3. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the flesh side of the salmon fillets, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
  5. Place the salmon fillets flesh-side down onto the grill. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes without moving them to allow grill marks to form.
  6. Flip the salmon carefully and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Remove the salmon from the heat and let it rest for 1 minute before flaking it into large chunks.
  8. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave, then assemble the fajitas by placing the smoked salmon on the tortillas.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 213.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.1g21%
Saturated Fat 3.1g16%
Cholesterol 55.0mg19%
Sodium 59.2mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 1.2g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 20.1g41%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: salmon, fajitas, smoked, mesquite, cumin, fish, seafood, dinner, quick, healthy, flaky, spicy, tortillas, main course, omega-3
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