Ingredients

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(Serves 4)

Salmon:

4 (6 oz) salmon fillets, skin-on or skinless
1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
Salt & black pepper
Optional: Pinch of smoked paprika or garlic powder

Fresh mango salsa:

1 ripe mango, diced
1 avocado, diced
¼ cup red onion, finely diced (soak in cold water 10 min to mellow bite)
1 small jalapeño, seeded & minced (optional—you love spicy!)
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Zest and juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp—you love citrus!)
Pinch of salt

For serving:

Extra lime wedges
Fresh cilantro or microgreens
Optional sides:
→ Cauliflower rice or quinoa (low-carb—you love this!)
→ Steamed asparagus or arugula salad

Instructions

1. Make mango salsa:

In a bowl, combine mango, avocado, drained red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, and salt. Gently toss. Refrigerate until ready to serve (up to 2 hours).

2. Cook salmon:

Pat salmon dry; season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Place salmon skin-side down (if skin-on); cook 5–6 minutes until golden and crisp. Flip; cook 2–4 minutes more until just opaque in center (145°F).

3. Serve:

Top each fillet generously with mango salsa. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Use ripe but firm mango—easier to dice and holds shape better.
✅ Don’t overcook salmon—it continues cooking off heat (remove at 140°F for medium).
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Skip added salt in salsa—rely on lime and herbs for brightness
→ Boost umami with extra lime zest and cilantro
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Naturally low-glycemic—no added sugars!
→ Add 1 tbsp chia seeds to salsa for fiber + glycemic control
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Already compliant! <8g net carbs/serving
→ Increase healthy fats: extra avocado + olive oil drizzle
✅ Make ahead:
→ Prep salsa 2 hours ahead (avocado may brown slightly—add lime generously!)
→ Cook salmon just before serving for best texture

Storage & Serving Ideas

→ Fridge life: Best served fresh (salsa softens over time).
→ Serving ideas:
→ Over a bed of greens for a light lunch
→ With coconut rice for tropical flair
→ Paired with chilled white wine or sparkling water with lime

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