Description
Delight your taste buds with this flavorful and vibrant dish of Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa & Coconut Rice. The juicy salmon pairs perfectly with the tropical sweetness of mango salsa and the creamy coconut rice.
Ingredients
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Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Coconut Rice:
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz)
- 1 cup water
Mango Salsa:
- 1 ripe mango (diced)
- 1/2 red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1 jalapeño (seeded and minced (optional))
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high (around 400°F).
- Let salmon marinate for 30 minutes if time allows.
- In a saucepan, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, and water. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let sit covered 5 minutes before fluffing.
- Grill salmon for 4–5 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and internal temp reaches 145°F.
- In a bowl, mix mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño. Toss to combine.
- Serve salmon over coconut rice and top with mango salsa. Garnish with lime wedges if desired.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush mixture over salmon fillets.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Simmering
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with rice and salsa
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Grilled Salmon, Mango Salsa, Coconut Rice, Tropical Recipe
