Description
Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa and Rice is a vibrant, healthy dish combining smoky, tender salmon with a sweet and tangy mango salsa, all served over a bed of fluffy rice. It’s perfect for a light, flavorful meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- For the salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- For the mango salsa:
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, minced (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt to taste
- For the rice:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Brush over salmon and let marinate for 15–20 minutes.
- Combine all salsa ingredients in a bowl. Stir gently and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat grill to medium-high and oil the grates.
- Grill salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes, flip, and cook another 3–4 minutes until cooked through and flaky.
- Serve salmon over a bed of rice, topped with mango salsa.
Notes
- Swap mango for pineapple or peach for variety.
- Adjust jalapeño for preferred heat level.
- Use coconut rice or quinoa for a flavor twist.
- Salmon can be pan-seared or baked instead of grilled.
- Make salsa ahead to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with rice and salsa
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
