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perfect pan seared blackened salmon with healthy fresh mango salsa

Blackened Salmon with Mango Salsa

Flavorful, easy, and healthy blackened salmon with fresh mango salsa that takes under 15 minutes to make! These salmon fillets are coated in a blend of spices, are flakey, and pan seared or air fried to crispy perfection.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Serving 4 servings

Ingredients
 

Salmon:

  • 4 6 oz salmon fillets, skin-on
  • 1 Tbsp paprika
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 - 2 Tbsp olive oil

Mango Salsa:

  • 2 ripe mangos, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • ⅓ cup red onion, finely diced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, thick stems removed and roughly chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, optional, seeded and minced
  • 1 large lime, juiced (about 3 Tbsp lime juice)
  • ¼ tsp salt, or to taste

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine the paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. 
  • Gently pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Then place them on a large plate, flesh-side up, and use your fingers to pat the seasoning mixture on each piece of salmon.
  • PAN-SEAR: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once heated, place salmon, flesh-side down into the pan. Cook for 2 - 3 minutes, until crisp, and then flip salmon with a spatula and cook for another 5 - 6 minutes until the skin becomes crispy and salmon is desired doneness. 
  • AIR FRY: Preheat air frier to 380°F, place seasoned salmon fillets skin side down, and air fry for 8 - 10 minutes or until it reaches desired doneness. 
  • Meanwhile, mix all the mango salsa ingredients together. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Top salmon with fresh mango salsa and serve immediately with a side of roasted vegetables and on a bed of rice and enjoy!

Notes

TO STORE: in airtight container in fridge for 3 - 4 days. Store the mango salsa in a separate container to maximize freshness. 
TO REHEAT: for best results, reheat salmon fillets in pan on the stovetop or air fry at 350°F for 3 - 4 minutes. Can microwave salmon and top the mango salsa afterward.

Nutrition

Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 607mg | Potassium: 1060mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2045IU | Vitamin C: 68mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Healthy
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