Tropical mahi mahi with mango salsa
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4
4 fillets
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
$$
Tropical mahi mahi with mango salsa
Firm mahi mahi fillets grilled with a citrus glaze and topped with fresh mango salsa. A light, tropical dinner that screams summer.
20m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
30m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Moderate $$
Cost
(Updated )
Mahi mahi is one of the best grilling fish thanks to its firm, meaty texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor. Paired with a bright mango salsa, it is a complete tropical meal.
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Shop thermometer options for this recipeMake mango salsa: combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
Brush mahi mahi with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cumin.
Preheat grill to medium-high. Oil the grates well.
Grill fish 4-5 minutes per side until opaque and flaky, with nice grill marks.
Top each fillet with a generous spoonful of mango salsa and serve with rice.
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Similar firm texture for grilling
Any sweet tropical fruit works in the salsa
Mahi mahi skin can be tough—ask your fishmonger to remove it before grilling.
Make the salsa 30 minutes ahead so the flavors have time to meld.
Refrigerate fish and salsa separately for up to 2 days.
Reheat fish gently in a skillet. Serve salsa cold or at room temperature.
Per serving (120mg) · 4 servings
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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