Description
This Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa is a healthy, low-carb, paleo, and Whole30-compliant recipe that combines perfectly seasoned salmon fillets with a fresh and vibrant avocado salsa. It's an easy, flavorful meal perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Salmon
- 2 fillets 4-6 oz salmon
- 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, any type)
- 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 olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until combined.
- Season the salmon: Brush or rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Cook the salmon: Heat a large heavy-duty non-stick pan or grill over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets on the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until cooked through and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Make the avocado salsa: In a large mixing bowl, combine diced avocado, diced tomato, diced onion, and minced cilantro. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently mix with a spoon until fully combined. Cover with plastic wrap to keep fresh until serving.
- Serve: Plate the cooked salmon fillets and top each with a generous spoonful of avocado salsa. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This salmon recipe can be grilled, pan-seared, or baked according to your preference.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor in the salsa.
- Adjust seasoning in the avocado salsa to your taste, adding more cilantro or lime if desired.
- For easier cleanup, use non-stick pans or foil when grilling.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, increase the chili powder slightly in the salmon seasoning.
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
