Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa
A delightful dish that combines the rich flavor of salmon with fresh and zesty avocado salsa. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the salmon
- 2 pounds salmon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt divided
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the avocado salsa
- 1 unit avocado, chopped ripe
- 1 unit Roma tomato, chopped
- 0.5 small red onion, chopped
- 0.5 cup corn
- 0.25 cup lime juice from about 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 dash salt
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small mixing bowl, combine 1 teaspoon salt, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and then rub the spice mix all over the fish.
Grilling
- Grill the salmon on medium heat for about 3-5 minutes or until it reaches your desired doneness.
Salsa Preparation
- In a small mixing bowl, mix the avocado, Roma tomato, red onion, corn, cilantro, a dash of salt, and lime juice.
Serving
- Top the grilled salmon with the fresh avocado salsa and enjoy.
Notes
To serve, pair the grilled salmon with rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad. You can also add lime wedges for extra flavor. To store leftovers, keep salmon and salsa in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator.