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Sweet-and-smoky Chipotle Salmon with Orange Salsa and Aji Verde

A delightful blend of spicy chipotle, fresh orange, and creamy aji verde, this salmon dish is perfect for dinner or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Health
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salmon
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle sauce Adjust according to spice preference.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the orange salsa
  • 2 pieces oranges (zested and juiced) Fresh oranges preferred.
  • 1/2 cup red onion (finely diced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 piece avocado (diced)
For the aji verde
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 piece jalapeño (diced)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix the salmon fillets with chipotle sauce, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Grill the salmon for about 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through.
Making Salsa and Aji Verde
  1. In another bowl, combine the orange zest, orange juice, red onion, cilantro, and avocado to make the salsa.
  2. For the aji verde, blend mayonnaise, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
Serving
  1. Serve the grilled salmon topped with fresh orange salsa and drizzle with creamy aji verde.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store the salmon, salsa, and aji verde in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. The salmon lasts for about 2-3 days, while the salsa and aji verde are best used within 1-2 days. Reheat the salmon gently in the microwave or enjoy it cold.