Best 7 Cajun Mahi Mahi With Fruit Salsa Recipes

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**Cajun Mahi-Mahi with Fruit Salsa: A Taste of Paradise**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Louisiana. Cajun Mahi-Mahi with Fruit Salsa is a dish that encapsulates the essence of Cajun cuisine, offering a harmonious blend of bold spices and refreshing tropical flavors. The succulent mahi-mahi, known for its delicate texture and mild flavor, is expertly seasoned with a flavorful Cajun spice mix, capturing the essence of the Bayou. Perfectly grilled or pan-seared, the fish is then topped with a vibrant fruit salsa, an explosion of colors and textures that adds a refreshing sweetness and tang to balance the savory fish. Accompanied by a medley of hearty sides, this delightful dish promises a delightful symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Along with the main recipe, this article also features three additional recipes for fruit salsas, each offering unique flavor combinations to complement the Cajun Mahi-Mahi. From the classic Pineapple-Mango Salsa to the zesty Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa and the tropical Passion Fruit Salsa, you'll have a variety of options to customize your dish and explore the diverse flavors of fruit salsas.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CAJUN MAHI MAHI WITH MANGO PINEAPPLE SALSA



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This pan seared Cajun Mahi Mahi with Mango Pineapple Salsa is so fresh and delicious! It's a gluten free recipe that's easy to make in just 15 minutes!

Provided by Krista

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1.5lbs of fresh Mahi Mahi filets
1 tablespoon of cajun spice seasoning
1/2 tablespoon of garlic powder
2 tablespoons of grape seed oil
1 cup of fresh diced pineapple
1 mango, finely diced
1/4 cup of finely diced red onion
1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
juice of one lime (about 1-2 tablespoons)
salt to season

Steps:

  • In a small bowl add pineapple, mango, red onion, fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste. Stir to mix everything together and set aside.
  • In a small bowl add cajun spice seasoning and garlic powder. Mix.
  • Pat Mahi Mahi filets dry.
  • Season both sides of Mahi Mahi with cajun seasoning mix.
  • Heat a large skillet to medium high heat, add grape seed oil.
  • Place Mahi Mahi in pan and sear for 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Remove and let sit for 1 minute to cool.
  • Serve Mahi Mahi with Mango Pineapple Salsa

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 filet, Calories 175 calories, Sugar 9 g, Sodium 637 mg, Fat 6 g, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22 g, Cholesterol 80 mg

CAJUN MAHI MAHI WITH FRUIT SALSA



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I saved this recipe ages ago because I wanted to try it. Storing it here now so that I can find it again.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Mahi Mahi

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

mahi mahi (4 8-ounce pieces)
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
salt
1 cup mixed fruit, chopped (cantaloupe, grapes, kiwifruit, etc)
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix the seasoning .
  • Sprinkle the seasoning on fish.
  • Heat oil in pan and sear the fish on both sides.
  • Put in preheated oven for 4-5 minutes. Fish should be firm to the touch.
  • Arrange the fish on the plates and put the salsa on top of the fish.

PAN-SEARED HAWAIIAN MAHI MAHI WITH FRUIT SALSA



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A refreshing cold fruit salsa accompanies this delicious fish dish for four.(Recipe created by Jeffrey Callahan, a 2003 Cuisinart Scholarship recipient.)

Categories     Entrees     Entrees     Breakfast     Entrees     Entrees     Entrees

Number Of Ingredients 1

4 8-ounce pieces fresh Mahi Mahi ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning Sea salt and black pepper to taste Oil of preference as needed ⅓ cup mango, washed and peeled ¼ cup cantaloupe, washed and peeled ¼ cup kiwi, peeled ⅓ cup macintosh apple washed ¼ cup red, seedless grapes 1 Tablespoon pineapple juice 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar Salt and cayenne pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven at 350°F. Wash, peel and rough chop the mango and cantaloupe. Peel the kiwi and cut each in half. Wash and quarter each apple, leaving skin intact. Wash grapes and leave whole. Place all of the fruit, except for the grapes into Cuisinart food processor and pulse gently (do not puree). Remove mixture and place into a stainless steel bowl, now adding in the grapes. Add pineapple juice, vinegar, salt, pepper and brown sugar and fold in gently with a rubber spatula. Set mixture aside, holding below 41°F. Combine Cajun seasoning, sea salt and black pepper and season fish on both sides. Heat oil in a sauté pan. Once oil is searing temperature (near smoking), add in fish, placing presentation side down. Sear fish on both sides and finish in a 350 F oven for about 3-5 minutes (fish should flake but still be moist). Serve fish immediately with cold fruit salsa.

Nutrition Facts :

CAJUN MAHI MAHI WITH FRUIT SALSA



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Categories     Fish     Bake

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 eight oz. pieces of Mahi Mahi
1 tbsp. Cajun seasoning
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
FRUIT SALSA:
1 cup chopped fruits (cantaloupe, grape, kiwi)
1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp. brown sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the seasoning. Sprinkle the seasoning on the fish. 2. Heat oil in pan and sear the fish on both sides. 3. put in preheated oven (350) for 4-5 minutes. Fish should be firm to the touch. 4. Arrange the fish on the plates and put the salsa on top of the fish.

MAPLE CAJUN MAHI MAHI



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This fish has a sweet and spicy flavor that goes well with buttered rice.

Provided by Janell Kendall

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Mahi Mahi

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 (4 ounce) fillets mahi mahi fillets, rinsed and patted dry

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  • Stir the maple syrup, Cajun seasoning, and garlic powder together in a small bowl.
  • Brush the maple syrup mixture over the mahi mahi fillets.
  • Cook the mahi mahi in the hot oil until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 3 to 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 811.4 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

MAHI MAHI WITH NECTARINE SALSA



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A ripe nectarine inspired me to put together a fruity salsa to serve with fish fillets. I received six thumbs up from our three children for this easy, nutritious main dish. -Michelle Augustine, Cincinnati, OH

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium nectarine, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped cucumber
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
2 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
FISH FILLETS:
2 mahi mahi fillets (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Dash salt

Steps:

  • For salsa, in a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Drizzle fillets with oil; sprinkle with salt. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill fillets, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until fish just turns opaque. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CAJUN MAHI MAHI WITH FRUIT SALSA



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I found this recipe years ago on cdkitchen.com.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Fish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 8-oz pieces mahi mahi
1 Tbsp cajun seasoning
1/8 tsp cayenne
salt
SALSA:
1 c chopped fruits, such as cantaloupe, grapes, kiwifruit
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp brown sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • 2. Mix the seasoning .
  • 3. Make the salsa by adding all ingredients together.
  • 4. Sprinkle the seasoning on fish.
  • 5. Heat oil in pan and sear the fish on both sides.
  • 6. Put in preheated oven (350) for 4-5 minutes. Fish should be firm to the touch.
  • 7. Arrange the fish on the plates and put the salsa on top of the fish.

Tips:

  • Use fresh fish. Mahi-mahi is a delicate fish, so it's important to use fresh fillets for the best flavor and texture.
  • Season the fish liberally. Cajun seasoning is a flavorful blend of spices that will give the mahi-mahi a nice kick. Be sure to season the fish on both sides before cooking.
  • Cook the fish over medium heat. Mahi-mahi cooks quickly, so it's important to cook it over medium heat to prevent it from overcooking.
  • Serve the fish with a flavorful salsa. The fruit salsa in this recipe is a great way to add a pop of sweetness and acidity to the fish. You can also serve the fish with a simple lemon-butter sauce or a tangy tartar sauce.

Conclusion:

This Cajun mahi-mahi with fruit salsa is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The fish is flaky and flavorful, and the salsa is a refreshing and tasty complement. Serve this dish with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!

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