Description
This Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa recipe is a healthy, low-carb, paleo, and Whole30-friendly dish featuring perfectly seasoned salmon fillets topped with a fresh, zesty avocado salsa. Quick to prepare and full of vibrant flavors, it's perfect for a nutritious dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Salmon
- 2 4-6 oz salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced or crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Avocado Salsa
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and diced
- 1/2 cup tomato, diced
- 2 tablespoons onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Spice Mixture: In a small bowl, stir together the olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
- Season the Salmon: Brush or rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets to coat thoroughly.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat a large heavy-duty or non-stick pan or preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Make the Avocado Salsa: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced avocado, tomato, onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, then add a pinch of salt and pepper. Gently stir until all ingredients are fully mixed.
- Serve: Remove the salmon from the heat, top each fillet with a generous scoop of avocado salsa, and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This salmon is tender and flavorful when grilled, pan-seared, or baked at 425°F for about 12 minutes.
- Use ripe avocado for a creamy salsa; if you prefer, add a splash of hot sauce for extra heat.
- Fresh lime juice brightens the salsa—adjust acidity to your taste.
- Leftover salsa can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day but is best fresh.
- Choose wild-caught salmon when possible for better flavor and sustainability.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with avocado salsa
- Calories: 528 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 43 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 35 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 62 mg
