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BBQ salmon bowls with vibrant mango avocado salsa artfully arranged.

Classic BBQ Salmon Bowls with Mango Avocado Salsa

Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful meal with these Classic BBQ Salmon Bowls, featuring perfectly cooked salmon, fresh mango avocado salsa, and your favorite grains.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Grill
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Bowl

Ingredients
  

For the BBQ Salmon

  • 1.5 lbs Salmon Fillets skin on or off, divided into 4 portions (e.g., wild-caught Sockeye or Atlantic salmon)
  • BBQ Rub Your favorite store-bought or homemade rub (balance of sweet, smoky, and a little spice)
  • Olive Oil A touch

For the Mango Avocado Salsa

  • 2 medium Ripe Mangoes diced
  • 2 Avocados ripe, diced
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño minced (remove seeds for less heat, leave for more)
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

For the Bowls

  • 4 cups Cooked Grains e.g., brown rice, quinoa, farro

Optional Garnishes

  • Extra cilantro
  • Sriracha mayo Drizzle of
  • Lime wedge

Instructions
 

Prep the Salmon

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare your grill for medium-high heat.
  • Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, brush with olive oil, and generously sprinkle with BBQ rub, pressing to adhere.

Cook the Salmon

  • For oven method, bake salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 12-18 minutes until cooked through and easily flaked.
  • For grill method, grill skin-side down for 5-7 minutes, then flip and grill for another 3-5 minutes until cooked through.

Make the Mango Avocado Salsa

  • While salmon cooks, combine diced mango, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and minced jalapeño in a bowl.
  • Pour in lime juice, gently toss, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the Bowls

  • Divide cooked grains among four bowls, then top each with a salmon fillet.
  • Generously spoon the fresh mango avocado salsa over and around the salmon.

Garnish and Serve

  • Add optional garnishes like extra cilantro or a lime wedge, then serve immediately.

Notes

The cooking time for salmon will vary based on its thickness and whether you use the oven or grill. Adjust seasoning in the salsa to your preference.