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
- 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.
- Prepare mango salsa by combining avocado, mango, red bell pepper, cilantro, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, and salt. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- 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.
- For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange salmon on parchment-lined sheet. Bake 12-15 minutes, internal temp 135-140°F.
- 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.
- 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