Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Tropical Pineapple Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

Lightly seasoned mahi-mahi grilled to perfection, topped with a fresh pineapple salsa that adds a sweet and tangy burst of tropical flavor. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 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
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup diced pineapple
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 mahi-mahi fillets with 2 tbsp olive oil, then season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Grill the mahi-mahi fillets for 4-5 minutes per side until the fish flakes easily with a fork and has grill marks.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix 1 cup diced pineapple, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 minced small jalapeño. Stir gently to combine.
4. Step 4: Serve the grilled mahi-mahi topped with the fresh pineapple salsa for a bright and flavorful dish.