Description
The Blackened Salmon Bowl with Mango Salsa & Chipotle Crema is a vibrant and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. Combining perfectly seared salmon with refreshing mango salsa and a zesty chipotle crema, this bowl delivers a delightful mix of spicy and sweet flavors. Not only is it quick to prepare—taking less than 30 minutes—it’s also packed with protein, healthy fats, and fresh veggies, making it an ideal choice for a nutritious meal. Whether you’re hosting friends or looking for a satisfying weeknight dinner, this bowl is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon fillet
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Optional toppings: shredded cabbage, corn, other vegetables
Instructions
- Prepare the spice rub by mixing olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, oregano, and salt in a small bowl. Rub evenly on the salmon.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until slightly blackened and cooked through.
- In another bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Whisk together sour cream (or Greek yogurt), adobo sauce, lime juice, cumin in a separate bowl; season with salt.
- Assemble bowls with cooked quinoa or rice as the base; top with black beans, sliced avocado, blackened salmon, mango salsa, and chipotle crema.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg