Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Mango Salsa 🔥🥭 Clean-Grilled, Citrus-Kissed, and Topped With Bright Tropical Freshness

Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Mango Salsa is a healthy, high-protein seafood dish that’s all about clean flavor and vibrant texture.

Mahi-mahi’s firm, lean flesh grills beautifully — holding up to high heat and pairing perfectly with a juicy, zesty salsa of ripe mango, lime, and fresh herbs.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

For the Mahi-Mahi

• 2–3 mahi-mahi fillets (5–6 oz each)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Juice of ½ lime
• ½ tsp chili powder or smoked paprika (optional)

For the Mango Salsa

• 1 ripe mango, diced
• ¼ red onion, finely chopped
• ½ red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small jalapeño, minced (optional)
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
• Salt to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Salsa

In a bowl, combine mango, onion, pepper, jalapeño, lime juice, and cilantro. Season with salt to taste. Chill while you prep the fish.

Step 2: Prep the Mahi-Mahi

Pat fillets dry. Rub with olive oil, lime juice, and a light dusting of salt, pepper, and optional chili powder or smoked paprika. Let sit for 10 minutes while grill preheats.

Step 3: Grill

Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Grill mahi-mahi 3–4 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until it flakes easily with a fork and has light grill marks.

Step 4: Plate and Top

Serve mahi-mahi hot with a generous spoonful of mango salsa on top. Add lime wedges and extra herbs if desired.

Flavor Variations

• Add diced avocado to the salsa for creaminess
• Use pineapple or papaya instead of mango for a different tropical note
• Swap lime for orange or grapefruit juice for a sweeter citrus finish
• Sprinkle toasted coconut or pepitas for a fun texture contrast

Serving Ideas

• Over coconut rice or quinoa
• On top of a salad with arugula, avocado, and vinaigrette
• Wrapped in tortillas with extra slaw and crema for tacos
• Paired with grilled zucchini, asparagus, or corn on the cob

Pro Tips

• Use firm, fresh mahi-mahi — frozen works too if thawed fully
• Don’t over-flip — one turn on the grill is enough
• Dice mango slightly under-ripe if you want less sweetness and more texture
• Let the salsa sit for at least 10 minutes to meld flavors

Final Thoughts

Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Mango Salsa is light, lean, and layered with flavor — citrus, spice, char, and sweet mango brightness. It’s beachy, clean-eating energy with a no-fuss finish that tastes like sunshine and salt air.

Grill clean. Top fresh. Serve bright. 🔥🥭🐟

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