Get ready to transform your dinner into a culinary vacation with this mouthwatering Grilled Salmon topped with a burst of tropical flavors! Imagine perfectly seared salmon fillets crowned with a vibrant pineapple, strawberry, and mango salsa that will make your taste buds dance with excitement. This recipe isn't just a meal—it's an escape to a sunny beach, right from your own kitchen, promising a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy sensations that will have everyone at your table begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: Seafood
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- salmon fillets
- pineapple
- strawberries
- mango
- red onion
- jalapeno pepper
- lime juice
- olive oil
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon fillets by patting them dry with paper towels and ensuring they are at room temperature. Season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- For the salsa, dice the pineapple, strawberries, and mango into small, uniform cubes (approximately 1/4 inch). Finely mince the red onion and jalapeno pepper, removing seeds from the pepper for less heat if desired.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced fruits, minced onion, and jalapeno. Add freshly squeezed lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Gently mix and let the salsa sit to allow flavors to meld while preparing the salmon.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400-450°F). Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil to prevent sticking and enhance browning.
- Place salmon skin-side down on the hot grill. Cook for 4-6 minutes without moving, allowing nice grill marks and crisp skin to develop.
- Carefully flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove salmon from the grill and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Plate the salmon and generously top each fillet with the prepared pineapple strawberry mango salsa. Garnish with additional lime wedges if desired.
Tips
- Always pat salmon fillets dry before grilling to ensure a beautiful, crispy exterior.
- Let salmon come to room temperature before cooking for even heat distribution.
- Don't overcrowd the grill—give each fillet space to develop those gorgeous grill marks.
- Use a meat thermometer: salmon is perfectly cooked at 145°F internal temperature.
- Let the salmon rest after grilling to retain its juicy, tender texture.
- For extra flavor, try marinating the salmon in lime juice and olive oil for 15-30 minutes before grilling.
- If you don't have a grill, this recipe works beautifully in a hot skillet or under the broiler.
- Adjust the jalapeno in the salsa to control the heat level for your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 345kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 25g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 70mg
