Pan-Roasted Salmon with Spicy Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

Salmon fillets pan-roasted until crisp-skinned and topped with a fresh, spicy mango salsa that balances sweet and heat. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, 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

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup, diced ripe mango
• 1 small, finely chopped red chili
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 salmon 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 heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes without moving until the skin is crispy and golden.
3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily.
4. Step 4: In a bowl, combine 1 cup diced ripe mango, 1 finely chopped small red chili, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp honey. Mix well.
5. Step 5: Plate the salmon fillets and spoon the spicy mango salsa generously over each piece. Serve immediately.