Description
This Mango Salsa Salmon with Cilantro Lime Rice is a vibrant and healthy dish, perfectly balancing sweet mango salsa, tender seasoned salmon, and fragrant cilantro lime rice. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the salmon:
- 1 pound salmon fillet
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the mango salsa:
- 1 mango, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the cilantro lime rice:
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon lime zest
Instructions
- Cook the rice:
- In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add rice and salt, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until tender.
- Stir in cilantro and lime zest.
- Prepare the salmon:
- Season the salmon fillet with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the salmon for 4–5 minutes per side, or until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Make the mango salsa:
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss well.
- Assemble the dish:
- Plate the cilantro lime rice, top with cooked salmon, and spoon mango salsa over the salmon.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful, healthy meal.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños to the mango salsa.
- Substitute white rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice as alternatives.
- Fresh mango is recommended, but canned mango can be used in a pinch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
