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Salmon with Mango Salsa – Easy, Flavor-Packed Weeknight Dinner

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Salmon fillets marinated with a sweet and tangy mixture and served with a fresh, vibrant mango salsa. Perfect grilled or baked for a quick, flavorful meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Salmon:

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tsp Tajin (optional)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 4 salmon filets, 4-6 oz each

For the Mango Salsa:

  • 1 large avocado, diced
  • 1 large mango, diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced small
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, maple syrup, lime juice, garlic, and spices in a large bowl. Add salmon and coat; marinate for 20 minutes or overnight.
  2. Prepare mango salsa by combining avocado, mango, red bell pepper, cilantro, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, and salt. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  3. For grilling: Preheat grill to medium-high. Oil grates. Place salmon skin-side down; cook 7-9 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temp reaches 135-140°F.
  4. For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange salmon on parchment-lined sheet. Bake 12-15 minutes, internal temp 135-140°F.
  5. Serve salmon immediately with mango salsa. Optionally pair with coconut rice.

Notes

  • Tajin can be substituted with red chili flakes and lime zest or omitted.
  • Salmon fillet cook times are based on 4-6 oz portions; wild-caught Alaskan salmon recommended.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 22 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grill or Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 370
  • Sodium: 765 mg
  • Fat: 19.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18.7 g
  • Fiber: 4.3 g
  • Protein: 33.9 g
  • Cholesterol: 72.4 mg