This Broiled Red Snapper with Mango Salsa features tender flaky salmon and lots of fresh tropical flavors. It's a quick and easy, healthy weeknight dinner, yet elegant enough for special occasions.

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• ❤️ Why You'll Love This Broiled Red Snapper Recipe
• 🛒 Ingredients for Red Snapper with Mango Salsa
• 🔪 How to Broil Red Snapper
• 💡 Tips for Cooking This Mango Snapper Recipe
• ☑️ Storage Instructions
• 🍴 What to Serve with This Red Snapper Recipe
• 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
• Is Snapper a Firm or Flaky fish?
• What Fish Goes With Mango Salsa?
• What Does Red Snapper Taste Like?
• Is Snapper Healthy?
• How Do I Know Snapper is Done?
• 🍽️ More Seafood Recipes

❤️ Why You'll Love This Broiled Red Snapper Recipe

• Tender, flaky red snapper
• Seasoned and broiled to perfection
• Topped with a refreshing mango salsa
• Quick and easy to make in about 20 minutes
• Healthy weeknight dinner

With just a handful of ingredients, you can make this restaurant-quality broiled snapper with mango salsa in just 20 minutes. Snapper filets are perfectly seasoned, then they're broiled until tender and flaky with a beautifully golden crust.  We could stop there because the filets are irresistibly delicious just as they are.

But this recipe takes them to a whole new level with a fresh, vibrant mango salsa. A combination of crisp red bell pepper, sweet mango, tangy lime, and creamy avocado complements the savory richness of the snapper perfectly. It gives each bite of fish a pop of bright, refreshing tropical flavor.

Snapper's not only quick and easy to prepare; it's also a great source of lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids. If you'd like to add other snapper recipes to your menu lineup, make sure you check out this Red Snapper with Butter Caper Sauce and this Red Snapper with Pesto.

🛒 Ingredients for Red Snapper with Mango Salsa

• Red snapper
• Mango Salsa
• Olive oil
• Butter
• Garlic salt
• Smoked paprika
• Ground black pepper

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• Baking sheet
• Brush

🔪 How to Broil Red Snapper

Preheat the broiler, placing the rack about 6 inches from the top.

Add the olive oil, butter, smoked paprika, garlic salt, and ground black pepper to a small mixing bowl and whisk to combine.

Place the snapper filets, skin side up, on a baking sheet that’s been sprayed with olive oil.

Brush the olive oil mixture over both sides of the snapper.

Broil for 8-10 minutes or until cooked through.

While the snapper is cooking, you can prepare the mango salsa.

Once the snapper is cooked through, serve with a healthy serving of the mango salsa over the top of each piece.

💡 Tips for Cooking This Mango Snapper Recipe

• Try to find fresh red snapper if possible, as it tends to have the best flavor and texture. Look for fillets that are firm, moist, and have a mild sea scent. If buying frozen, ensure they are properly thawed before cooking.

• Gently scrape the skin side with a butter knife blade to remove extra moisture and any remaining scales. Pat both sides dry with a paper towel. This helps the olive oil stick to them better.

• Save a little time and make the salsa the night before. The flavors get better overnight anyway.

• Broiling is a quick cooking method. Keep a close eye on the snapper while it's broiling to prevent overcooking. Depending on the thickness of the fillets, they typically cook in 8-10 minutes.

• Add the salsa to the top of the fish while the filets are still hot. The combination of the warm, flaky fish with the cool, refreshing salsa is simply irresistible.

☑️ Storage Instructions

Store leftover red snapper with mango avocado salsa in separate airtight containers. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.

I do not recommend freezing this dish. Freezing can cause the snapper to become mushy and lose its delicate and flaky texture when thawed, and the salsa may lose its fresh, crisp quality.

🍴 What to Serve with This Red Snapper Recipe

Red snapper side dishes should offer a pleasant and neutral balance to the seasonings and salsa without overpowering them. Here are a few suggestions:

• Air Fryer Red Potatoes
• Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
• Quinoa Salad
• Garlic Potatoes and Green Beans
• Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower
• Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

This Tropical Island Rice Recipe would also be perfect serve on the side, as it's made with mango and pineapple! This cucumber lemonade would be ideal to serve alongside this meal, as a cool and refreshing drink.

🔄 Substitutions and Additions

• Spicy kick: If you like a sweet heat combination, consider adding serrano peppers to the mango salsa. You can also sprinkle a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes over the seasoned snapper before broiling.

• Other herbs: You can add fresh mint, or basil instead of cilantro to salsa if you prefer.

• Nuts: Sprinkle sliced almonds, chopped pecans, or pumpkin seeds on top of the dressed filets before serving. The crunch contrasts nicely with the softness of the fish and the salsa.

• Other fruits: Consider adding diced pineapple, papaya, or kiwi to the mango salsa for even more of a tropical twist.  

• Grilled red snapper: Instead of broiling the snapper, you can grill it. Season the snapper with the olive oil mixture and grill it over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

• Pan-seared red snapper: Cook it stovetop by heating a skillet over medium-high heat with a bit of olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned snapper fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. 

• Other toppings: If you’re not a fan of mango, you can top the fish with this fresh Pesto. Homemade Pico de Gallo or traditional Salsa are other great ideas.

Is Snapper a Firm or Flaky fish?

Though snapper is generally considered a firm fish rather than a flaky fish, once it cooks, it will gently flake when checked with a fork.

What Fish Goes With Mango Salsa?

Just about any fish you can imagine goes with mango salsa. Here are some of the most popular choices:

• Mahi-mahi
• Halibut
• Swordfish
• Tuna
• Cod
• Grouper
• Salmon
• Sea bass
• Trout
• Shrimp

What Does Red Snapper Taste Like?

Cooked red snapper has a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Simply put, snapper has a wonderful, fresh flavor of the sea, without being too "fishy" tasting. If you don't love real strong flavored fish, try red snapper, you'll probably love it as I do!

Is Snapper Healthy?

It sure is. Red snapper is high in protein, plus it's low in carbs and calories. It is also an excellent protein, potassium, selenium, and vitamin B12 source.

How Do I Know Snapper is Done?

It is easy to tell it is done by just taking a fork and checking the texture. It should be flaky and no longer transparent. The proper temperature for cooked fish is 145°F when measured with an instant-read or meat thermometer.

🍽️ More Seafood Recipes

• Smoked Salmon Frittata
• Air Fryer Pesto Salmon
• Greek Salmon Salad
• Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
• Asian Shrimp Tacos
• Crab Cakes with Remoulade
• Baked Cod with Greek Salsa
• Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp