Description
Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa is a vibrant and healthy dish combining perfectly grilled, seasoned salmon fillets with a fresh, sweet, and tangy mango salsa. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal meal for those who want a nutritious, flavorful main course with a Caribbean and Latin American flair.
Ingredients
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For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Mango Salsa:
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, minced (optional for heat)
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Mango Salsa: Dice the ripe mango and red bell pepper into small cubes. Finely chop the red onion and mince the jalapeño if using. Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl, add the lime juice, cilantro, and salt to taste. Mix thoroughly and let the salsa sit for at least 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with olive oil, then season evenly with garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Allow them to rest briefly while preheating your grill.
- Grill the Salmon: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400–450°F). Oil the grill grates lightly to prevent sticking. Place the salmon skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 4–5 minutes, then carefully flip the fillets with a spatula. Grill for another 3–4 minutes until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 125–130°F for medium-rare or 135–140°F for well-done. Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes to lock in juices.
- Assemble and Serve: Plate the grilled salmon fillets and generously spoon the fresh mango salsa over the top. Serve alongside coconut rice, quinoa, a fresh green salad, grilled vegetables, or roasted sweet potatoes for a complete and balanced meal.
Notes
- Use wild-caught salmon for better flavor and texture.
- Make sure grill grates are well-oiled to prevent salmon from sticking.
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking salmon; it should be flaky but moist.
- Let the salmon rest after grilling to retain juice and tenderness.
- Prepare mango salsa in advance to enhance flavor melding.
- Salsa lasts up to two days refrigerated in an airtight container.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can bake or pan-sear the salmon as alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean, Latin American
Keywords: Grilled salmon, mango salsa, healthy salmon recipe, quick salmon dish, Caribbean salmon, Latin American grilled fish
