Mango Chili Glazed Salmon
Smoky-sweet salmon glazed with a tangy mango chili sauce, served with a side of quinoa and steamed broccoli for a balanced meal. This fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, ripe, peeled and diced mango, diced red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1 ripe, peeled and diced mango
- 1/2 cup, diced red bell pepper
- 1, seeded and minced jalapeño
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup, cooked quinoa
- 1 head, steamed broccoli
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place salmon on sheet and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine mango, red bell pepper, jalapeño, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and olive oil. Mix until well combined.
- Step 3: Spoon glaze over salmon, ensuring even coverage. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is flaky and glaze caramelizes.
- Step 4: Serve salmon atop quinoa and steamed broccoli. Garnish with additional lime wedges and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mango Chili Glazed Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (25 min prep + 15 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 Mango Chili Glazed Salmon?
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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mango Chili Glazed Salmon?
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 Mango Chili Glazed Salmon 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 Mango Chili Glazed Salmon?
Fusion seafood 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
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
