A vibrant Mango Salsa Salmon that brings the taste of summer to your fall table.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tropical
Keyword: salmon, mango salsa, easy, healthy
Servings: 4servings
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Dana Ramsey
Equipment
Large non-stick skillet
Medium bowl
Spatula
Paper towels
Ingredients
Group: For the Salmon
4filletssalmon, skin-on preferably
Salt
Pepper
2Tbsp.olive oil
Group: For the Mango Salsa
1largeripe mango, peeled and diced
½mediumred onion, finely chopped
1mediumred bell pepper, diced
1largejalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
1Juice oflime
¼cupfresh cilantro, chopped
Salt, to taste
Instructions
Start with fresh fillets of salmon, rinsing them under cold water. Pat them dry with paper towels to ensure a crisp texture. Generously season each fillet with salt and pepper, allowing them to sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the seasoning.
In a medium bowl, combine the diced mango, finely chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, and minced jalapeño. Drizzle the lime juice over the mixture for a zesty aroma, then add fresh cilantro and a pinch of salt. Stir gently to combine, taking care not to mash the mango.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them to achieve that perfect crispy skin.
Carefully flip each fillet using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, checking for a slight jiggle in the center to ensure it's perfectly tender.
Plate the salmon and generously top each fillet with a scoop of fresh mango salsa. For added creaminess, you can include some avocado slices. A squeeze of lime juice adds delightful brightness to the plate.
Notes
This dish isn't just a recipe; it’s an experience that brings a slice of summertime to the table, even when the leaves are falling.