Description
A healthy and flavorful grilled salmon dish topped with a fresh avocado salsa made from creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and zesty lime — perfect for a light summer meal.
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Brush salmon fillets with olive oil and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the salmon for 4–5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely charred.
- While the salmon grills, prepare the avocado salsa by combining avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, and cilantro in a bowl. Gently toss to mix.
- Serve the grilled salmon topped with a generous spoonful of avocado salsa.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon for 15 minutes in lime juice and olive oil before grilling.
- Salsa can be prepared 15–30 minutes ahead but is best served fresh.
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or a side salad for a complete meal.
- You can substitute salmon with grilled chicken or tofu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with salsa
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg