Healthy Recipe of the Week

Memorial Day weekend, or the ‘unofficial start of summer’, is often filled with a buffet of not-so-healthy food choices such as, creamy, rich, greasy, or fried options. For a lighter, more healthful meal, toss a piece of salmon on the grill topped with fresh mango salsa. If you prefer a vegan or vegetarian alternative, swap with salmon for super firm tofu.

Salmon with Mango Salsa

Ingredients

• 3 cups Mango (diced)
• 1 cup Cucumber (diced)
• 1/4 cup Scallion (chopped)
• (2) Limes (zested and juiced)
• 3 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro
• Pinch of Cayenne Pepper, to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoons (+ extra for salmon) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon Honey
• (1) Garlic Clove (chopped)
• (6) Salmon Fillets (6-ounces each)
• Mixed Salad Greens (*optional)

Directions

In a small bowl, toss together the mango, cucumber, scallion, one (1) teaspoon lime zest, two (2) tablespoons lime juice, cilantro and cayenne pepper. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

In another small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, cumin, honey, garlic, one (1) teaspoon lime zest, and one (1) teaspoon lime juice. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

Prepare the grill for medium direct-heat cooking. Brush the salmon on all sides with olive oil. Grill, flipping once, until cooked through (about 5 minutes per side). Let stand for ten (10) minutes before serving. Scattered the mixed salad greens (if using) on each plate. Top with the grilled salmon and serve with the mango salsa. 

Yields: 6 servings

Total Preparation Time:  45 minutes + grill preparation time

Active Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Nutritional Information

Per Serving: 306 Calories | 35g Protein | 16g Carbohydrates | 2g Fiber | 80mg Cholesterol | 89mg Sodium | 12g Total Fat | 2g Saturated Fat

 

 

 

 

 

Reference

Miltenberger, J. (2025, May 19). Grill up a good time. First for Women. P. 64.