Description
Indulge in a vibrant culinary experience with the Blackened Salmon Bowl with Mango Salsa and Chipotle Crema. This dish beautifully combines the rich, smoky flavors of perfectly blackened salmon with the refreshing sweetness of ripe mango salsa and the creamy allure of chipotle crema. Ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this meal is not only delicious but also packed with healthy ingredients. Customize it to your liking by adding your favorite toppings, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. With its eye-catching presentation and bold flavors, this bowl is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 tablespoon lime juice
- 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
- In a bowl, mix olive oil and spices. Rub the mixture over the salmon fillet.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook the salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
- While the salmon cooks, combine diced mango, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, and lime juice in another bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- For the chipotle crema, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt, adobo sauce, lime juice, cumin, and salt in a small bowl.
- Assemble the bowls by placing cooked quinoa or rice at the bottom; top with black beans, sliced avocado, blackened salmon fillet, mango salsa, and drizzle with chipotle crema.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 70mg