Bold flavor. Fresh ingredients. Ready in 25 minutes.
Looking for a quick, flavorful, and healthy weeknight meal? This Air Fryer Cajun Salmon with Mango Salsa recipe brings bold Southern-inspired spice and a fresh tropical twist to your table in just 25 minutes. It’s a nutritious dish packed with protein, omega-3s, and vibrant flavor—perfect for anyone who wants an easy air fryer salmon recipe with a bright and refreshing salsa.
Whether you’re meal prepping or just trying to get dinner on the table fast, this recipe hits the sweet spot of minimal effort and maximum flavor.
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Why You’ll Love This Air Fryer Cajun Salmon with Mango Salsa
- Gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with nutrients
- Fast and fuss-free thanks to the air fryer
- Spicy and sweet combo that’s totally addictive
- Fresh, colorful, and perfect for spring or summer
Let’s make Air Fryer Cajun Salmon with a delicious mango salsa:
Prep the Salmon
Spray your salmon fillets with avocado oil (or olive oil) and coat generously with the Cajun blackening spice mix.
Set your air fryer to 400 degrees.
Place seasoned salmon filets in the air fryer basket, and cook for 10 minutes.
Prepare Your Mango Salsa
As the Salmon is cooking, combine the mango, bell peppers, green onions, cilantro, garlic, and jalapeno in a large bowl. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and season with blackening seasoning. Gently stir until evenly blended.
Top your salmon with a generous portion of the mango salsa. You can serve the dishes individually or family-style.
Air Fryer Cajun Salmon with Mango Salsa
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Air Fryer Blackened Salmon with Mango Salsa is a delectable and healthy dish that combines succulent salmon fillets with a flavorful blackened crust and a refreshing mango salsa. This dish is a visually appealing and harmonious blend of spicy, savory, and sweet flavors.
Ingredients
Blackening Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- (1/2) tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Italian blend seasoning
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- (1/2) cayenne pepper, more or less depending on how spicy you like it
- (1/2) teaspoon of salt
Mango Salsa:
- 4 ripe mango, diced
- 1 orange bell peppers diced
- 1/2 cup of green onions (white and green portions)
- 1/2 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 clove of fresh garlic minced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 2 large limes
- (1/2) teaspoon of homemade blackening seasoning (see above)
Instructions
For the Salmon:
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Spray salmon filets with avocado oil and season with blackening seasoning.
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Set your air fryer to 400 degrees, place seasoned salmon filets in the air fryer basket, and cook for 10 minutes.
For the Mango Salsa:
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As the salmon is cooking, combine the mango, bell peppers, green onions, cilantro, garlic, and jalapeno in a large bowl. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and season with blackening seasoning.
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Gently stir until evenly blended.
Remove the salmon from the air fryer and place it on plates, then top with salsa. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer