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Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa and Coconut Rice served in a bowl with fresh lime wedges and vibrant mango avocado salsa.

Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa and Coconut Rice


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  • Author: Aneta
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa and Coconut Rice is a fresh, vibrant dinner packed with smoky grilled salmon, sweet mango avocado salsa, and creamy coconut jasmine rice. It’s a bright, tropical-inspired meal that feels restaurant-worthy but comes together easily for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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For the Grilled Salmon:

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lime (juice + wedges for serving)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Mango Avocado Salsa:

  • 1 large ripe mango, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 red onion, finely diced (rinsed)
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 tablespoons coconut water (optional)
  • Salt to taste

For the Coconut Rice:

 

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 3/4 cup canned coconut milk
  • 3/4 cup coconut water (or water)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Cook the Coconut Rice

  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until water runs mostly clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, coconut water, and salt.
  3. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 15–18 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

2. Prepare the Mango Salsa

  1. In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, and avocado.
  2. Stir in cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and optional coconut water.
  3. Season with salt to taste. Gently toss and refrigerate until ready to serve.

3. Grill the Salmon

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Oil grates lightly.
  2. Pat salmon dry. Rub with olive oil, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill salmon skin-side down for 4–6 minutes.
  4. Flip carefully and cook another 3–5 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.

4. Assemble
Spoon coconut rice into bowls, top with grilled salmon, and generously add mango salsa. Serve with fresh lime wedges.

Notes

  • No grill? Cook salmon in a skillet over medium-high heat for similar timing.
  • Add diced jalapeño to the salsa for a spicy kick.
  • Store leftovers separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
  • For best texture, add avocado to salsa just before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American / Tropical-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 540 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 320 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg