Description
Grilled Salmon Mango Coconut Rice is a tropical delight that combines the flavors of juicy grilled salmon, sweet mango salsa, and creamy coconut rice. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish is not only visually stunning but also easy to prepare. The contrast of savory and sweet flavors creates a culinary masterpiece that will impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine rinsed rice, coconut milk, and water. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- In a bowl, mix lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Coat salmon fillets with the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill salmon fillets skin-side down for 6-8 minutes per side until flaky.
- While grilling, prepare mango salsa by mixing diced mango with lime juice and seasoning.
- Serve coconut rice topped with grilled salmon and fresh mango salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg