Description
This Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa recipe features tender, flavorful salmon fillets seasoned with a smoky spice blend and topped with a fresh, zesty avocado salsa. Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner, it combines the richness of salmon with the bright, creamy texture of avocado and lime.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon
- 2 lbs salmon fillets skin on or off
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp ancho chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
For the Avocado Salsa
- 1 avocado cubed
- ½ red onion sliced or diced
- 2 limes juiced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning: In a small bowl, mix the kosher salt, ancho chili powder, ground cumin, ground paprika, onion powder, and ground black pepper thoroughly to create the spice blend.
- Season the salmon: Rub the salmon fillets evenly with olive oil, then coat them with the prepared spice mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors infuse.
- Make the avocado salsa: In another bowl, combine the cubed avocado, sliced or diced red onion, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Stir gently and chill until ready to serve.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium, aiming for around 350-375°F. Ensure the grill grates are clean and well-oiled to prevent sticking.
- Grill the salmon: Place the salmon fillets on the grill skin side down if applicable. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. Keep the grill lid down during cooking for even heat.
- Serve: Remove the salmon from the grill and top each fillet with a generous spoonful of the chilled avocado salsa. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the grill is preheated and clean before placing the salmon on it to avoid sticking.
- Keep the grill lid closed while cooking to maintain consistent temperature and cook the salmon evenly.
- Check for doneness by gently pressing the salmon with a fork; the flesh should flake easily.
- You can remove the skin before or after grilling, depending on preference.
- If you don’t have ancho chili powder, substitute with mild chili powder or smoked paprika for a similar smoky flavor.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor in the avocado salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
