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Zesty Grilled Salmon with Avocado Mango Salsa

Zesty Grilled Salmon with Avocado Mango Salsa

Perfectly grilled salmon rubbed with a smoky-lime spice blend, finished with a bright and creamy avocado–mango salsa for a fresh, summery dinner in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pound salmon fillets, skin-on preferably center-cut
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon lime juice, fresh for the marinade
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt for the marinade
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1.5 cup mango, diced about 1 medium mango
  • 1 cup avocado, diced about 1 medium avocado
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon jalapeño, seeded and minced adjust to heat preference
  • 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, fresh for the salsa
  • 1 teaspoon honey balances the lime
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt for the salsa
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil for oiling grill grates

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 425°F). Clean and oil the grates with neutral oil.
  • In a bowl, whisk olive oil, 2 tablespoons lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper.
  • Pat salmon dry. Rub all over with the marinade and let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes while the grill heats.
  • Make the salsa: Gently combine mango, avocado, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, 1 tablespoon lime juice, honey, and 0.25 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  • Grill salmon skin-side down for 4 to 5 minutes, until the flesh is mostly opaque. Carefully flip and grill 2 to 3 minutes more, until the thickest part reaches 125°F to 130°F.
  • Transfer to a plate and rest 3 minutes. Spoon the avocado–mango salsa over the salmon and serve immediately.

Notes

For stovetop, sear the salmon in a lightly oiled cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, then finish in a 375°F oven until just cooked. Aim for medium doneness for the juiciest results.