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Fresh Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon Recipe with Easy Mango Salsa

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A bright and fresh grilled salmon recipe marinated in lemon and herbs, served with a sweet and tangy mango salsa. Perfect for quick, healthy weeknight dinners or summer gatherings.

Ingredients

  • Salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 oz (170 g) each
  • Fresh lemon juice, about 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil, 3 tablespoons (extra virgin preferred)
  • Garlic, 2 cloves, minced
  • Fresh thyme leaves, 1 teaspoon (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • Fresh rosemary, finely chopped, 1 teaspoon
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Ripe mango, 1 medium, peeled and diced
  • Red bell pepper, ½ cup, finely chopped
  • Red onion, ¼ cup, finely minced
  • Fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon
  • Jalapeño, ½ small, seeded and minced (optional)
  • Salt, a pinch (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in the bowl or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure each fillet is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes. Do not marinate longer than 30 minutes.
  3. Make the Mango Salsa: While the salmon marinates, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño (if using) in a small bowl. Add a pinch of salt and stir gently. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high (about 400°F / 200°C). Oil the grates or pan to prevent sticking.
  5. Grill the Salmon: Place the salmon skin-side down on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving it to crisp the skin. Flip carefully and grill the other side for 3-4 minutes until salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 125-130°F (51-54°C).
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove salmon from grill and let rest for 2 minutes. Spoon mango salsa over the top or serve on the side. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before marinating to avoid steaming. Clean and oil grill grates to prevent sticking. Use a fish spatula for flipping to keep fillets intact. Rest salmon after grilling to keep moist. Mango salsa flavors improve if made a few hours ahead and refrigerated. For indoor cooking, use a grill pan, broil, or pan-sear in a cast iron skillet.

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