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Blackened Tilapia with Mango Salsa

Blackened Tilapia with Mango Salsa: 5 Flavorful Secrets

  • Author: [email protected]
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling or Pan-searing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful dish featuring tilapia seasoned with spices and paired with fresh mango salsa.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, minced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Mix paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Rub the spice mixture onto both sides of the tilapia fillets.
  4. Heat olive oil in the skillet or on the grill.
  5. Cook the tilapia for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine mango, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and cilantro to make the salsa.
  7. Serve the tilapia topped with mango salsa.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels to your taste.
  • Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet with salsa
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Blackened Tilapia, Mango Salsa, Fish Recipe, Grilled Fish