Tilapia with tomato mango salsa

A light fish with a fresh blend of salsa: the perfect summer meal.

By GOURMETKOSHERCOOKING.COM

JULY 7, 2011 14:14

fish fillet_311 (photo credit: Luciana Restaurant) — fish fillet_311

(photo credit: Luciana Restaurant)

TILAPIA WITH TOMATO MANGO SALSAServes 5

5 tilapia fillets (or other white fish fillet)Vegetable oil1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperSalt and black pepperWhite riceFresh vegetable medley (choose your favorites)Lemon pepper

Mango Salsa2 cup diced tomatoes1 cup diced red onion1/2 cup diced jalapeno4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantroSalt and black pepper, to taste2 teaspoons salad oil2 teaspoons white vinegar1 teaspoon granulated garlic2 cups chopped mango

1. Brush both sides of the tilapia with oil.

2. Shake the seasoning (cayenne, salt, pepper) over both sides of the tilapia.

3. Cook the tilapia on a clean, lightly oiled grill, smooth side down. Cook to an internal temperature of 145° F, turning once during cooking, about 4-8 minutes total cooking time.

4. Cook the rice according to package directions, and steam the vegetable medley; season with lemon pepper.

5. To make the mango salsa, mix all the ingredients but the mango together in a bowl. Just before serving, add the mango and mix lightly.

6. To serve, top the fish with salsa.