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Grilled salmon recipe with mango salsa.
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Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa

This grilled salmon with mango salsa is a combo that's easy, flavorful, and perfect for grilling season.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time26 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Grilled Salmon, Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Lisa Bryan

Equipment

Ingredients

Mango Salsa

  • 2 ripe mangoes peeled, pitted, and diced
  • ½ small red onion diced
  • 1 medium cucumber sliced and diced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper seeded, and finely diced
  • ¼ cup finely chopped cilantro leaves
  • 1 lime juiced (about 2 tablespoons juice)
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Grilled Salmon

  • 4 salmon filets
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil plus more to oil the grates/pan
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges
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Instructions

  • Make the mango salsa. Add the mango, red onion, cucumber, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to a mixing bowl. Stir together until it's combined. Set aside.
    Mango salsa in a bowl.
  • Season the salmon. Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel. Coat all sides of the salmon with oil, then season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
    Salmon fillets on a plate.
  • Grill the salmon. Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to high heat. Brush the grates or pan with oil. Place the salmon flesh side down and cook for 3 minutes. If using an outdoor grill, close the lid. Gently flip the salmon over by using a spatula to slide under the salmon (you can also use tongs to carefully assist), and cook for an additional 2 to 5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the filets.
    Grilled salmon fillets.
  • Top with salsa. Remove the salmon from the grill, let it rest for 2 to 3 minutes, then squeeze fresh lemon juice on top. Top with a portion of mango salsa before serving.
    How to grill salmon with mango salsa.

Notes

  • Storage tip: If you have leftovers, store the grilled salmon and mango salsa separately to keep everything tasting fresh. Once the salmon has cooled completely, place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3 to 4 days. The mango salsa should also be stored in a sealed container in the fridge, where it will stay fresh for about 4 to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 396kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 225mg | Potassium: 1206mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 1362IU | Vitamin C: 65mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg