Description
Fresh, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts, this Salmon with Mango Salsa recipe combines tender grilled or baked salmon with a zesty mango salsa for a healthy, tropical-inspired meal. Quick to prepare and packed with omega-3s, it’s a delicious dish that’s as colorful as it is nutritious.
Ingredients
- For the Salmon:
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4 salmon fillets (6 oz each, skin-on or skinless)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Juice of 1 lime
- For the Mango Salsa:
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1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
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1/2 red bell pepper, diced
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1/4 red onion, finely chopped
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1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
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2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
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Juice of 1 lime
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Salt, to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Salsa:
In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro. Add lime juice and a pinch of salt. Stir gently and refrigerate while preparing the salmon. - 2. Preheat Grill or Oven:
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For grilling, preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
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For baking, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 3. Season the Salmon:
Pat salmon fillets dry. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Squeeze lime juice over the top. - 4. Cook the Salmon:
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Grill Method: Place salmon on the grill, skin-side down if using. Grill for 4–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until salmon flakes easily.
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Baked Method: Place salmon on prepared baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes or until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
- 5. Serve:
Top each salmon fillet with a generous spoonful of mango salsa. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Make the mango salsa ahead of time for enhanced flavor.
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You can swap mango for pineapple or peach for a variation.
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This dish pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad.
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If using skin-on salmon, grilling is ideal to get crispy skin.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled or Baked
- Cuisine: American
