Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of salmon with mango salsa, a dish that perfectly balances sweet and spicy notes. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, is ideal for busy weeknights or any festive gathering. The succulent salmon pairs beautifully with the refreshing mango salsa, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether served over coconut rice, in tacos, or on a bed of greens, this delightful meal promises to impress with its colorful presentation and mouthwatering taste. Packed with protein and healthy fats, it’s not only delicious but also nutritious—making it a perfect choice for health-conscious diners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (4-6 oz) salmon filets
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 2 cloves crushed garlic (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons Tajin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 large ripe avocado (pitted and diced)
- 1 large mango (diced)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (diced small)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
- 1/2 jalapeño (seeded and minced)
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and spices.
- Add salmon filets to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
- While marinating, prepare the mango salsa by dicing avocado, mango, bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, and red onion; mix with lime juice and salt.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F). Grill salmon for about 4 minutes on each side until flaky.
- Serve warm topped with mango salsa.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 386
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 541mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 97mg