Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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137 | Calories |
8g | Fat |
8g | Carbs |
9g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: Serves 6 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 137 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 8g | 10% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 6% |
Cholesterol 22mg | 7% |
Sodium 823mg | 36% |
Total Carbohydrate 8g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
Protein 9g | |
Calcium 22mg | 2% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |
Mango salsa is a very popular topping for grilled fish in restaurants, but not as common at home, which is a shame since it's so easy to do well. The tropical and tangy topping is a perfect match with smoky fish.
Ingredients
- For the Mango Salsa:
- 1 mango (ripe, peeled, seeded, and diced small, about 1 1/2 cups)
- 2 tablespoons red bell pepper, (diced fine)
- 2 tablespoons red onion (finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon jalapeño (seeded and finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Optional: pinch of cayenne
- Dash of kosher salt (to taste)
- 6 (6 to 7 ounce) salmon fillets (boneless and skinless)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- Garnish: lime wedges
Steps to Make It
Make the Salsa:
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Gather the ingredients.
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In a medium bowl, combine the mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno, lime juice, cilantro, rice vinegar, olive oil, cumin, and cayenne.
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Season to taste with salt.
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Cover and set aside. Let the mixture sit out at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
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Toss before using.
Make the Salmon:
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Gather the ingredients.
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Brush the salmon fillets lightly with the vegetable oil, and generously season both sides with salt.
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Preheat a gas grill to medium-high or prepare a moderately high charcoal fire.
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Grill the salmon for five to seven minutes per side until lightly charred and cooked to your desired doneness.
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Serve the salmon with the mango salsa and lime wedges.
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Enjoy!
Tip
• The mango salsa is also great served with grilled chicken and pork.