Coconut Rice Salmon Bowls with Mango Salsa
Coconut Rice Salmon Bowls with Mango Salsa deliver a vibrant tropical experience that’s perfect for any occasion. This dish features creamy coconut rice paired with tender salmon and refreshing mango salsa, offering an explosion of flavors in every bite. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s an excellent choice for impressing guests or enjoying a delightful weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- ½ cup water
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine the rice, coconut milk, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the mango salsa by combining diced mango, red onion, lime juice, salt, and cilantro in a bowl; mix well.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook the salmon for about 4 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork. Serve by scooping rice into bowls topped with salmon and mango salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg