Description
Sizzling BBQ salmon bowls showcase zesty mango avocado salsa, creating a perfect harmony of grilled seafood and fresh tropical ingredients. Balanced flavors and colorful presentation make this dish an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces or 170 grams each, skin-on or skinless)
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Seasonings and Oil:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Salsa and Accompaniments:
- 1 large ripe mango, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- ¼ cup (40 grams) red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 cups (400 grams) cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- Mixed greens or shredded lettuce
- Lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant mango avocado salsa by delicately combining diced tropical mango, creamy avocado, finely chopped red onion, fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, with a pinch of salt and pepper. Gently fold ingredients together and allow flavors to meld while preparing remaining components.
- Meticulously pat salmon fillets completely dry using paper towels to ensure optimal seasoning adherence. Delicately brush each fillet with olive oil, then evenly coat with robust garlic powder, smoky paprika, complemented by balanced salt and pepper.
- Heat grill, grill pan, or skillet to medium temperature. Position salmon fillets skin-side down, allowing direct heat contact for uniform cooking. Sear for approximately 3-4 minutes until edges become golden and crisp.
- Generously brush exposed salmon surface with tangy BBQ sauce, creating a glossy caramelized layer. Carefully flip fillets and continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes, ensuring salmon reaches flaky, tender perfection.
- Create a foundation of fluffy cooked rice and crisp mixed greens in individual serving bowls. Strategically place perfectly grilled salmon fillet atop verdant greens.
- Crown each bowl with refreshing mango avocado salsa, distributing the colorful mixture evenly across salmon. Enhance presentation by garnishing with bright lime wedges and scattered fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve immediately to preserve temperature and textural integrity, allowing diners to experience the harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Select fresh, ripe mangoes and avocados for the most vibrant and flavorful salsa, ensuring maximum taste and texture in your dish.
- Choose wild-caught salmon for a more sustainable and potentially healthier option with higher omega-3 content and better environmental impact.
- Customize the BBQ sauce intensity by using a homemade or store-bought sauce, adjusting the sweetness and smokiness to match your preference.
- Create a low-carb version by replacing rice with cauliflower rice or mixed greens, making the bowl suitable for ketogenic and gluten-free diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg