Baked Salmon Mango Avocado Salsa (Print Version)

Zesty baked salmon topped with fresh mango avocado salsa for a bright, wholesome summer meal.

# What You Need:

→ Salmon Preparation

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 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 black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Arrange salmon fillets on the prepared tray. Evenly brush each fillet with the seasoning mixture.
04 - Bake salmon for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fillets flake easily with a fork and are just cooked through.
05 - While salmon bakes, gently combine mango, avocado, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a medium mixing bowl.
06 - Transfer baked salmon to serving plates and top generously with mango avocado salsa.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The mango avocado salsa turns ordinary salmon into a summery surprise that'll make your taste buds dance.
  • It's quick enough for weeknights but vibrant and impressive for guests—no stress, just flavor.
02 -
  • If you overbake the salmon, it becomes dry and tough—watch closely near the end.
  • Letting the salsa sit for 10 minutes before serving mellows the onion and brings all the flavors together.
03 -
  • Marinate the salmon with the spice blend and lime juice for up to 30 minutes to boost flavor without extra effort.
  • Chop salsa ingredients just before serving for the brightest color and taste.
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