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BBQ salmon bowls with vibrant mango avocado salsa artfully arranged.

Grilled BBQ Salmon Bowls with Zesty Mango Salsa

Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful meal with these Grilled BBQ Salmon Bowls, featuring perfectly seasoned salmon and a refreshing mango avocado salsa.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • medium bowl
  • grill
  • serving bowls

Ingredients
  

For the Grilled BBQ Salmon:

  • 4 count Salmon Fillets about 6 oz each, skin on or off, wild-caught if possible
  • 2 tablespoons BBQ Rub/Seasoning e.g., blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 0.5 count Lime for juice

For the Zesty Mango Salsa:

  • 2 count Ripe Mangoes peeled, pitted, and diced
  • 2 count Avocados ripe but firm, peeled, pitted, and diced
  • 0.25 cup Red Onion finely diced
  • 1 count Jalapeño seeded and minced (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 0.25 cup Cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 1 count Lime for juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper or to taste

For the Bowls (Optional but Recommended):

  • 3 cups Cooked Rice or Quinoa brown rice, white rice, or quinoa
  • 2 cups Fresh Greens spinach, mixed greens, or chopped romaine

Instructions
 

Prepare the Salmon

  • Pat salmon fillets dry, drizzle with olive oil, then rub with BBQ seasoning and squeeze lime juice over them.
  • Let the salmon sit for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the salsa.

Make the Mango Avocado Salsa

  • Combine diced mango, avocado, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a bowl.
  • Squeeze lime juice over the mixture, season with salt and pepper, and gently toss to combine.

Cook the Salmon (Grill Method)

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F/200°C) and lightly oil the grates.
  • Place salmon skin-side down and grill for 4-6 minutes per side, until internal temp reaches 145°F (63°C) and flakes easily.

Assemble the Bowls

  • Divide cooked rice or quinoa among four bowls, then top with fresh greens.
  • Place a cooked salmon fillet on top of the greens and grains, then generously spoon mango avocado salsa over it. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the salmon for longer, up to 30 minutes, before grilling. Adjust the jalapeño to your desired spice level. You can also use a cast-iron skillet to cook the salmon if you don't have a grill.