Mahi Mahi Barbados

Dive into the tropical flavors of "Mahi Mahi Barbados," a bright and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant essence of island cuisine straight to your kitchen. This quick and easy recipe features tender, flaky Mahi Mahi fillets marinated in a zesty blend of lemon and lime juice, garlic, and earthy spices like paprika and cumin, giving the fish a delightful citrusy kick with a hint of warmth. Topping it off is a refreshing homemade mango salsa bursting with sweet, juicy mango, crisp red bell pepper, tangy red onion, and a touch of lime and honey for balance, with a gentle heat from jalapeño. Perfectly pan-seared in just 10 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or laid-back summer dinners. Serve it with fluffy steamed rice, grilled veggies, or your favorite side for a complete, colorful meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Mahi Mahi fillets
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 large Mango, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 small Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 1 small Jalapeño, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Place the Mahi Mahi fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the fillets, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes.

Step 3

While the fish marinates, prepare the mango salsa. In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, honey, and fresh lime juice. Mix gently and set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil if needed.

Step 5

Remove the Mahi Mahi fillets from the marinade and shake off excess liquid. Place the fillets in the skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until the fish is golden brown and easily flakes with a fork.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked Mahi Mahi fillets to serving plates and top with the prepared mango salsa.

Step 7

Serve immediately with steamed rice, grilled vegetables, or your favorite side dish for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1428 grams (1428.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1226

Total Fat 38.50g	49%
Saturated Fat 7.30g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 584mg	195%
Sodium 3148mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 73.30g	27%
Dietary Fiber 9.50g	34%
Total Sugars 50.80g
Protein 149.90g	300%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 189mg	15%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 4954mg	105%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.0%

Protein: 48.4%

Carbs: 23.7%