Description
Salmon with Mango Salsa is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly balances the smoky richness of grilled salmon with the fresh sweetness of mango salsa. This recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also for the palate, making it an ideal choice for summer dinners, family gatherings, or a quick weeknight meal. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare this delightful dish that impresses guests while being easy to make. The combination of tender salmon topped with zesty mango salsa creates a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy notes that will elevate any dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 4-6-ounce salmon filets
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cloves crushed garlic
- 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 bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and spices to make the marinade. Add salmon filets, coat well, cover, and marinate in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.
- While the salmon marinates, prepare the mango salsa by dicing avocado, mango, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and red onion. Combine ingredients in a bowl with lime juice and salt; mix gently.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F). Grill marinated salmon for about 4–6 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
- Serve grilled salmon topped with mango salsa.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon filet with salsa (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg