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Coconut Rice Salmon Bowls with Mango Salsa

Coconut Rice Salmon Bowls with Mango Salsa are a tropical delight that brings a burst of flavor and color to your table. Creamy jasmine rice cooked in coconut milk serves as the perfect base for seared salmon, while fresh mango salsa adds a refreshing zing. This dish is not only visually stunning but also incredibly satisfying, making it a fantastic choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Dive into this easy-to-make recipe and transport your taste buds to a sunny beach with every bite.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2

Ingredients

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  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
  3. While the rice cooks, prepare the mango salsa by combining diced mango, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook salmon for about six minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. To serve, scoop coconut rice into bowls, top with salmon fillets and mango salsa.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 47g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 31g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Feel free to substitute salmon with chicken or shrimp if desired. Add chili powder for heat or seasonal fruits to customize your salsa.