Description
A healthy and flavorful grilled salmon recipe topped with a fresh avocado salsa. This dish is low-carb, paleo, and Whole30 compliant, perfect for a nutritious main course packed with protein and healthy fats.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Seasoning
- 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
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. Stir together olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl until well combined.
- Season the salmon. Brush or rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets for full flavor coverage.
- Cook the salmon. Heat a large heavy-duty non-stick pan or preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the salmon on the pan or grill and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Make the avocado salsa. In a large mixing bowl, combine diced avocado, tomato, onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, then season with salt and pepper. Gently stir to combine all ingredients without mashing the avocado.
- Serve. Remove the cooked salmon from the heat, top each fillet generously with avocado salsa, and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This salmon with avocado salsa can be prepared using a grill, pan-searing method, or baked in the oven depending on your preference.
- For baking, cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through.
- Use fresh lime juice for a brighter, more authentic salsa flavor.
- Ensure avocado is ripe to keep the salsa creamy and delicious.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce or omit the chili powder in the seasoning mix.
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
