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Bang Bang Salmon with Avocado Cucumber Salsa

Bang Bang Salmon with Avocado Cucumber Salsa in 22 Minutes

This Bang Bang Salmon with Avocado Cucumber Salsa is a vibrant explosion of flavors, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh or frozen, both work well
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Adjust for taste
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce Use low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
For the Avocado Cucumber Salsa
  • 1 large Avocado Ripe
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped, optional
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh is best
  • 1 tbsp Honey Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix kosher salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Sprinkle this seasoning mix over the salmon fillets.
  3. Combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, minced garlic, and soy sauce in a bowl. Stir until smooth.
  4. Place the salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the Bang Bang sauce over the fillets.
  5. Bake the salmon for 12 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork. Optionally broil for an extra minute.
  6. In a bowl, combine diced avocado, chopped cucumber, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and honey. Toss gently to mix.
  7. Serve the Bang Bang Salmon over jasmine or brown rice, topped with avocado cucumber salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust the sauce sweetness according to your taste preferences.

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