Salmon With Spicy Cucumber Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Name: Salmon With Spicy Cucumber Pineapple Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 kirby cucumbers, finely diced; 1 cup finely diced fresh pineapple; 2 scallions, finely diced; 1 jalapeno chile, minced (ribs and stems removed); ¼ cup fresh basil leaf, chopped; coarse salt, to taste; ground pepper, to taste; 4 skin on salmon fillets, 6 to 8 oz each patted dry

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 kirby cucumbers, finely diced
1 cup finely diced fresh pineapple
2 scallions, finely diced
1 jalapeno chile, minced (ribs and stems removed)
¼ cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
coarse salt, to taste
ground pepper, to taste
4 skin on salmon fillets, 6 to 8 oz each patted dry

1
In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, and a tablespoon oil.
2
Add cucumbers, pineapple, scallions, jalapeno, and basil.
3
Season with salt and pepper and toss gently to combine.
4
Generously season salmon on both sides with salt and pepper.
5
In a large skillet, heat remaining tablespoon oil over medium-high heat and add salmon skin side down.
6
Cook until skin is crispy and salmon is opaque about 3/4 of the way through, 4 to 6 minutes.
7
Turn salmon over, and continue to cook just until opaque throughout, 2 to 4 minutes.
8
Serve salmon topped with salsa.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 kirby cucumbers, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Salmon With Spicy Cucumber Pineapple Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salmon With Spicy Cucumber Pineapple Salsa

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Variations & substitutions

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