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Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa

Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa

This Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa is a delicious and healthy dish packed with flavor and nutrients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 528

Ingredients
  

Marinated Salmon
  • 2 fillets salmon 5-6 oz each, skin-on or off
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for salmon, plus extra for pan
  • 1 clove garlic minced or crushed
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Avocado Salsa
  • 1 ripe avocado pitted and diced
  • 1/2 cup tomato diced, any variety
  • 2 tbsp onion diced, preferably red onion
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for salsa
  • 1 tbsp lime juice fresh squeezed
  • to taste salt for salsa
  • to taste pepper for salsa

Equipment

  • non-stick pan
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Brush or rub this mixture on both sides of the salmon fillets. Use immediately or marinate in refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
  2. Heat a large heavy-duty non-stick pan or grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F) and add a light drizzle of olive oil. Place salmon fillets in the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes without moving until a golden crust forms.
  3. Carefully flip the salmon with a spatula and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F internal temperature.
  4. While the salmon cooks, combine diced avocado, tomato, onion, and cilantro in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, seasoning with salt and pepper. Gently fold together.
  5. Let the cooked salmon rest for 1-2 minutes, then top each fillet generously with avocado salsa. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 528kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 25gFat: 43g

Notes

Feel free to customize the salsa with other ingredients like mango or jalapeños for a personal twist.

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