Baked Salmon Mango Avocado Salsa (Printable Version)

Tender baked salmon pairs with fresh mango avocado salsa for a bright, nutritious summer main.

# What You Need:

→ Salmon

01 - 4 salmon fillets (approximately 6 ounces each), skin-on or skinless
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 lime, zested and juiced
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Mango Avocado Salsa

08 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
09 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
10 - 1/4 small red onion, finely diced
11 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
12 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Juice of 1 lime
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Arrange salmon fillets on the prepared tray and brush each fillet evenly with the seasoning mixture.
04 - Bake salmon in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until the fillets are opaque and flake easily with a fork.
05 - While salmon is baking, gently combine mango, avocado, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl.
06 - Transfer salmon fillets to serving plates and top each portion generously with mango avocado salsa. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
07 - Serve immediately while fresh and vibrant.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A quick and easy meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
  • Combines the heart-healthy benefits of salmon with fresh, nutrient-packed salsa.
  • Gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for pescatarian diets.
  • The mango avocado salsa adds a bright, tropical flavor that complements the salmon perfectly.
02 -
  • Marinate the salmon briefly to enhance flavor without extra effort.
  • Use ripe but firm mango and avocado for the best salsa texture.
  • Adjust seasoning in the salsa last, adding salt and pepper to taste.
  • Baking salmon at 400°F ensures it cooks quickly without drying out.
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