Charred Mahi-Mahi with Mango Tiki Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-07 · Updated 2026-08-07

Seared mahi-mahi fillets topped with a zesty mango salsa bursting with tropical flavors and bright herbs. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs mahi-mahi fillets, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 fillets (6 oz each) mahi-mahi fillets
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup ripe mango, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp salt for salsa

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 mahi-mahi fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the fillets and sear for 4 minutes on each side until the edges are crispy and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 1 cup diced ripe mango, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1 minced small jalapeño, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Mix gently until well combined.
4. Step 4: Serve the seared mahi-mahi fillets topped generously with the fresh mango tiki salsa for a bright and tropical contrast.