Description
Experience the vibrant taste of Pineapple Chipotle Salmon, a dish that effortlessly marries sweet, tropical pineapple with smoky chipotle flavors. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, this recipe requires just five ingredients and promises to impress your guests. The juicy salmon fillets are complemented by caramelized pineapple slices, creating a delightful culinary adventure that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing chipotle peppers, honey, and lime juice in a bowl until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grill or bake salmon for 6-8 minutes per side until flaky.
- Add pineapple slices to the grill during the last few minutes of cooking to caramelize.
- Serve salmon with grilled pineapple slices and drizzle with extra marinade.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate overnight. Swap salmon with your favorite fish or add vegetables like bell peppers for variety. Adjust spiciness by varying the amount of chipotle used.