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High Protein Salmon Lettuce Taco Lunch Cups

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A fresh, handheld meal combining tender flaked salmon, crunchy vegetables, and creamy avocado in crisp lettuce wraps. This high-protein, low-carb recipe is quick to assemble in 25 minutes, perfect for busy lunches or meal prep. The smoky salmon and zesty lime Greek yogurt drizzle deliver bold flavor and satisfying texture.

  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 pounds salmon fillet
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 large butter lettuce leaves
1 cup diced avocado
1/2 cup diced cucumber
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
1 lime juiced
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon honey

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pat salmon dry, rub spice mixture evenly over the top, and drizzle with olive oil.
Cook salmon for 10 minutes or until flaked and tender (oven: 12-15 minutes). Let cool slightly.
Flake cooked salmon into coarse pieces. In another bowl, combine diced cucumber, red onion, and cilantro, mixing gently.
Fill each lettuce leaf with salmon and veggies, top with diced avocado, and serve with a drizzle of lime-honey Greek yogurt sauce (mix yogurt, lime juice, and honey until smooth).
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to eat.

Notes

Use leftover cooked salmon for meal prep
Substitute romaine or green leaf lettuce if available
Prepare all ingredients beforehand for faster assembly
Chill ingredients in the fridge until ready to serve
Greek yogurt can be replaced with a non-dairy alternative if preferred

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Pan-searing
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 lettuce taco cup
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 45g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg