Description
This Baja Citrus Salmon with Strawberry Mango Salsa is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish featuring tender salmon marinated in zesty citrus juices and topped with a fresh, sweet fruit salsa. Perfect for a healthy dinner, this easy salmon recipe is refreshing, nutritious, and ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 cup fresh mango, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, minced
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) or heat a grill to medium-high.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and chili powder.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Let marinate for 15–20 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine strawberries, mango, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and honey. Toss gently and set aside.
- Transfer salmon to a lined baking sheet or grill.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or grill for about 10 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from heat and let rest briefly.
- Top with strawberry mango salsa and serve immediately.
Notes
Fresh citrus juice gives the best flavor compared to bottled.Do not overcook salmon to keep it moist and tender.Adjust jalapeño for preferred spice level.Add avocado to the salsa for a creamy variation.
