Description
This Easy Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa recipe features perfectly grilled salmon fillets seasoned with smoked paprika and garlic, topped with a fresh and vibrant mango salsa. It’s a quick, healthy meal that’s bursting with flavor and perfect for summer grilling.
Ingredients
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Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Mango Salsa
- 2 ripe mangos, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Mango Salsa: Peel and dice the mango into small chunks. Finely chop the red onion and cilantro. Combine all these ingredients in a bowl with lime juice and a pinch of salt. Stir well and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Season Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil evenly on both sides of each fillet. Rub each piece thoroughly with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to ensure even seasoning.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill. Cook for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until the salmon is opaque throughout and flakes easily when tested with a fork.
- Serve: Transfer the grilled salmon to plates, spoon the prepared mango salsa generously on top, and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with lime wedges for extra zest.
Notes
- Make sure the grill grates are well oiled to prevent the salmon from sticking.
- Adjust grilling time based on the thickness of salmon fillets to avoid overcooking.
- Mango salsa can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 hours for flavor enhancement.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor in the salsa.
- Skin-on salmon helps keep the fish moist on the grill and prevents it from falling apart.
