Jerk Salmon with Pineapple Salsa

This Jerk Salmon starts with a sweet, spicy and flavorful Caribbean marinade then it is topped with a fresh citrus hinted pineapple salsa. It combines combines aromatic spices, nutrient-rich fish fatty acids and a delicious tropical fruit salsa to create an easy and zesty weeknight dinner. This nutritious and bright dish will be your next go-to family meal!  

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The Heart and Soul of this Jerk Salmon Recipe

Cuisine Inspiration: Caribbean

Primary Cooking Method: Baking

Dietary Info: High-Protein, Gluten-Free (check jerk seasoning for gluten)

Key Flavor: Spicy, Sweet, Tangy

Skill Level: Easy Peasy, Y’all!

Sweet Highlights:

• Tropical Vibes: Bringing the Caribbean sun to your plate with a tantalizing mix of jerk spice and sweet pineapple.
• Grill Master Flex: Can bake indoors or perfect for BBQ days.
• Health Kick: Packed with proteins, omega-3s, and essential nutrients.
• Flavor Town: The spicy jerk seasoning clashing with the sweet, tangy pineapple salsa creates a fireworks show in your mouth!
• Crowd-Pleaser: Perfect for family dinners, impressing at date night, or just making any meal an island getaway!

Since becoming a mama, my kitchen has been overtaken by snacks. Between a full-time workday and toddler on the move, it’s essential to always be equipped. A hungry toddler (or Mama) is not fun.

Lately, I’ve been keeping my fridge stocked with Dole’s newest Fridge Packs. Each pack features all-natural fruit packed in fruit juice so I feel so good about feeding this to my family. It is also gluten-free, rich in Vitamin C, and non-GMO. Even the packaging is BPA free! Not only are these fruit packs an easy, nutritious snack choice, but they’re perfect for spicing up a weeknight meal.

From stir-fry’s and decadent desserts to this tropical fruit salsa I added to my Jerk Salmon, Dole Fridge Packs are the perfect way to put those mommy snacks to work! You can find them right in your canned aisle at your local grocery store.

Ingredients

This recipe begins with an amazing Jerk seasoning that kicks up amazing flavor. Jerk is a combination of sweet, tropical spices and one or two savory herbs coupled with a pleasant heat. .

To make this quick dinner even quicker, make a batch of this Jerk Seasoning and store it in the spice drawer. You’ll thank me later!

Salmon

If you’re looking to pack more nutrients into your daily diet, salmon is the way to go.  I make quite a bit of salmon on my website like this Air Fryer Salmon which is quite popular.

I created a jerk spiced glaze that brings out the amazing flavor of the salmon.

With key ingredients and additions like brown sugar, honey, lime juice and olive oil, it creates a paste consistency that not only seeps into the fish making it more flavorful but also coats and sticks to the fish caramelizing it as it bakes.

This recipe couldn’t be easier and is a wonderful compliment to the jerk salmon. It tastes incredibly tropical and fresh. I used the following key ingredients:

Dole Fridge Pack Mixed Fruit

Dole Fridge Packs are the hidden gem in every mom’s tool belt. Each pack includes peaches, pears and pineapples, just waiting to be utilized.

The addition of fruit in our salsa balances out the heat by layering in sweetness. Winning!

Tip: I used the Mixed Fruit variety here to really vary up the textures, but you can also just use the Pineapple Chunks variety if that is your preference.

Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes & Cilantro

Where would a salsa be without these warriors? Peppers add heat, onions make for a slightly bitter bite, tomatoes balance out texture and cilantro keeps things light and fresh. Together, these ingredients make for refreshing, tasty salsa that goes on just about everything.

Lime Juice

Citrus is the key to brightening up any salsa. A few squeezes of lime creates a tangy, fresh and lively mixture. Lime juice also prevents your perishable ingredients from oxidizing too quickly.

How to Make Jerk Salmon

For the Salmon:

1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
2. Mix up your jerk seasoning with brown sugar, honey, spices, and lime juice.
3. Place salmon on a prepped baking sheet and lavish them with the jerk magic.
4. Bake 14-18 minutes until your salmon hits the perfect note.

For the Salsa:

1. While salmon’s baking, mix pineapple, pepper, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, and lime juice in a bowl.
2. Season as you like.
3. Top your cooked salmon with this vibrant Pineapple Salsa.

What Sides Do I Serve with Jerk Salmon?

Turn this salmon into a complete meal by tossing together a wonderful complimentary side dish!

Here a few of Grandbaby Cakes’ BEST sides:

• Jamaican Rice and Peas
• Fried Plantains
• Southern Collard Greens

How to Store and Reheat

To store, place leftover Jerk Salmon and Pineapple Salsa separately in airtight containers, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When the craving hits again, reheat the salmon in a preheated oven at 275 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through, keeping it tender and juicy. For a fresh kick, serve with the chilled Pineapple Salsa or briefly warm the salsa if you prefer it cozy!

Amazing Jerk Recipes to Try

If you love all things jerk, try this Sheet Pan Salmon, Jerk Chicken, Jerk Salmon Burgers, Jerk Shrimp Tacos and Mango Jerk Wings!