Chipotle Salmon with Orange Salsa: The Best Zesty Recipe for Home Chefs
Deliciously zesty chipotle salmon paired with a refreshing orange salsa and aji verde for an unforgettable meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets salmon
- 2 tablespoons chipotle seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced oranges
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup aji verde sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium heat.
- Rub the salmon fillets with chipotle seasoning and olive oil.
- Grill the salmon for 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced oranges, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice to make the salsa.
- Serve the grilled salmon topped with orange salsa and a drizzle of aji verde.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Adjust the amount of chipotle seasoning to your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 7 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Chipotle Salmon, Orange Salsa, Aji Verde, Zesty Recipe, Home Chefs