Baked Salmon With Mango Salsa Recipe

This vibrant Baked Salmon with Mango Salsa recipe, inspired by Rachel Burstyn's "The 411 on an Easy Fast" in World Jewish Digest, is a quick, healthy, and incredibly flavorful meal. Even with store-bought mango salsa, this recipe shines! Flaky salmon fillets are baked to perfection and topped with sesame seeds, then paired with a refreshing homemade mango salsa – a perfect combination of sweet and savory. Ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 465.6 kcal
Protein 128g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
Baked Salmon With Mango Salsa

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Ingredients for Baked Salmon With Mango Salsa

  • 2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
  • Sea Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (for salsa) + 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (for salmon)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • Mangoes
  • Red Pepper
  • Red Onions
  • Parsley
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil

How to Make Baked Salmon With Mango Salsa

  1. **Make the Mango Salsa:** Combine 1 ripe mango, diced; 1/2 red onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional); and the juice of 1 lime in a small bowl. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  2. **Preheat Oven:** Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. **Prepare Salmon:** Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place 2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. **Season Salmon:** Season each salmon fillet with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  5. **Add Sesame Seeds:** Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sesame seeds over each salmon fillet.
  6. **Bake Salmon:** Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. **Serve:** Serve the baked salmon immediately with a generous spoonful of the chilled mango salsa.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

13g

Carbs

3g