Baked Salmon Mango Avocado Salsa (Print View)

Juicy salmon with zesty mango avocado salsa makes a nourishing, vibrant main perfect for summer gatherings.

# Components:

→ Salmon Preparation

01 - 4 salmon fillets (approximately 6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - Zest and juice of 1 lime
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 black pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly.
03 - Arrange salmon fillets evenly on the prepared tray. Brush each fillet generously with the seasoning mixture.
04 - Bake the salmon for 12 to 15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork and reaches desired doneness.
05 - In a medium bowl, gently toss together the diced mango, avocado, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
06 - Transfer baked salmon to individual serving plates and top each fillet generously with mango avocado salsa.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The way the mango and avocado salsa balances tender salmon feels almost like a secret around the table.
  • This dish became a favorite because it’s quick to prepare but looks and tastes like summer on a plate.
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  • I discovered that overbaking even by a couple minutes can dry out the salmon, so watch closely.
  • Letting the salsa sit for about five minutes makes the flavors meld without the avocado losing shape.
03 -
  • If you’re prepping ahead, dice mango and avocado last to prevent browning.
  • Marinating salmon briefly in lime and olive oil amps up the zest and tenderness.
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