Description
Flavorful BBQ salmon bowls topped with a refreshing mango avocado salsa, served over rice or greens for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 large mango, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Brush salmon fillets with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and coat with BBQ sauce.
- Grill or sear salmon for 3–4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky.
- While salmon cooks, prepare the mango avocado salsa by combining mango, avocado, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Gently toss to combine.
- Divide cooked rice among bowls.
- Top with grilled BBQ salmon fillets.
- Spoon mango avocado salsa over salmon and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute quinoa or mixed greens for rice for a lighter option.
- Use your favorite BBQ sauce – smoky, spicy, or sweet depending on preference.
- Salsa can be made a few hours ahead but add avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American