Description
This Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa recipe features tender, perfectly cooked salmon fillets seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices and topped with a fresh, zesty avocado salsa. It’s a healthy, low-carb, paleo-friendly, and Whole30-approved dish that’s quick to prepare and packed with vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Spice Rub
- 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 rub: 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, ensuring they are well coated for maximum flavor.
- Cook the salmon: Heat a large heavy-duty non-stick pan or grill over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until the salmon is cooked through and has a nice sear. Remove from heat.
- Make the avocado salsa: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced avocado, tomato, onion, and minced cilantro. Drizzle with olive oil and fresh lime juice. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then gently mix with a spoon until all ingredients are well combined.
- Serve: Top the cooked salmon fillets with the avocado salsa and serve immediately for a fresh, flavorful meal.
Notes
- This recipe is versatile: the salmon can be grilled, pan-seared, or baked depending on your preference.
- Use ripe avocados for creamy salsa without bitterness.
- Adjust seasoning and spice levels to suit your taste.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 2 days; add salsa fresh before serving.
- To keep it Whole30 compliant, ensure no added sugars or non-compliant ingredients are used.
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
