BBQ Salmon Bowls with Mango Avocado Salsa
These BBQ Salmon Bowls with Mango Avocado Salsa are the perfect blend of smoky grilled salmon, refreshing mango avocado salsa, and a bed of rice. A quick, healthy, and satisfying dinner option ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
For the BBQ Salmon
- 1 –2 lbs. fresh salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt adjust for fillet size
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Mango Avocado Salsa
- 2 ripe mangoes diced
- 1 avocado diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro minced
- ¼ cup red onion minced
- ½ jalapeño minced (optional, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice + 1 teaspoon lime zest
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Preheat the Grill or Grill Pan
- Heat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
Prepare the Salmon
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and rub the spice mixture (brown sugar, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, salt) evenly over the fillets.
Grill the Salmon
- Place the salmon on the grill, skin-side down, and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Make the Mango Avocado Salsa
- In a bowl, combine diced mango, avocado, minced cilantro, red onion, and jalapeño (if using). Drizzle with honey, lime juice, and lime zest. Toss gently to combine, and season with salt to taste.
Assemble the Bowls
- Flake the cooked salmon into large pieces and place it over a bed of rice. Top with the mango avocado salsa and serve immediately.
Notes
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- How to Tell When the Salmon is Done: Look for a change from translucent (red or raw) to opaque (pink) as it cooks. After about 6-8 minutes, check by gently cutting into the thickest part. If it flakes easily but still has a touch of translucency in the middle, it’s done. If not, cook for another minute or two until fully opaque.
- How Much Salmon to Use: A 1 to 1.5 lbs. piece of salmon is usually enough for 2-4 servings. You can adjust based on the number of people you're serving.
- Fresh vs. Frozen Mango: Fresh mango is recommended for its vibrant flavor and texture. However, frozen mango chunks can also work—just thaw them before using and chop them into bite-sized pieces for the salsa.
- Other Veggies: Feel free to add roasted vegetables like cauliflower, bell peppers, or zucchini to your bowls for extra flavor and nutrition.