Seared Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Salsa and Coconut Rice

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

Pan-seared mahi-mahi served with a zesty pineapple salsa and fluffy coconut-infused jasmine rice for a Polynesian-inspired meal. This seafood recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs mahi-mahi fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup, finely diced pineapple
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red bell pepper
• 2 tbsp, finely diced red onion
• 1 tsp, seeded and minced jalapeño
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 1 cup, canned coconut milk
• 1/2 cup water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice, 1 cup canned coconut milk, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes.
2. Step 2: For the pineapple salsa, mix 1 cup finely diced pineapple, 1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper, 2 tbsp finely diced red onion, 1 tsp minced jalapeño, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro in a bowl. Set aside to marinate.
3. Step 3: Pat dry 4 mahi-mahi fillets and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (about 375°F). Sear fillets for 4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Plate mahi-mahi with a generous scoop of coconut rice and top with the fresh pineapple salsa. The combination offers a balance of savory, sweet, and citrus notes perfect for a Polynesian-inspired dinner.