Citrus Marinated Snapper with Mango and Avocado Salad
Lightly marinated snapper fillets grilled and served alongside a refreshing salad of mango, avocado, and lime for a bright, Caribbean-inspired dish. This caribbean-inspired caribbean ready in about 35 minutes pairs fillets (6 oz each) snapper fillets, fresh orange juice, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets (6 oz each) snapper fillets
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 diced ripe mango
- 1 diced ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: In a shallow dish, whisk together 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 2: Add 4 snapper fillets to the marinade, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove snapper from marinade, letting excess drip off, and grill for 4-5 minutes per side until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
- Step 4: While fish grills, combine 1 diced ripe mango, 1 diced ripe avocado, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro in a bowl. Toss gently.
- Step 5: Serve grilled snapper fillets topped with the mango and avocado salad for a light, colorful meal.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Citrus Marinated Snapper with Mango and Avocado Salad take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Citrus Marinated Snapper with Mango and Avocado Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh orange juice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Citrus Marinated Snapper with Mango and Avocado Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Citrus Marinated Snapper with Mango and Avocado Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Citrus Marinated Snapper with Mango and Avocado Salad?
Caribbean caribbean like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved how fresh and light this meal was. The Caribbean flavors came through beautifully, and the avocado salad complemented the fish perfectly.
- ★★★★★
This dish was a hit at my Sunday brunch! The citrus marinade made the snapper so tender and the mango-avocado salad was the perfect balance of sweet and creamy.
- ★★★★☆
Great for a weeknight dinner, but the avocado was a bit mushy when I made it. Still delicious though!
