Description
This Mango Salsa Salmon recipe is a delightful combination of tender salmon fillets topped with a fresh and vibrant mango salsa. The juicy sweetness of the mango, combined with the spicy kick of jalapeño and the zing of lime juice, perfectly complement the rich flavors of the salmon. Whether baked in the oven or grilled to perfection, this dish is sure to impress with its tropical flavors and colorful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin on or off
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
Mango Salsa:
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven or grill: Preheat the oven to 400°F or heat a grill to medium-high.
- Cook the salmon: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side until the salmon flakes easily.
- Prepare the salsa: Combine mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt.
- Assemble: Plate the salmon and top with mango salsa. Serve with lime wedges.
Pat the salmon dry and rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with coconut rice or a simple green salad.
- You can prepare the salsa up to 4 hours ahead for enhanced flavor.
- Omit the jalapeño for a milder salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with salsa
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
