Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa (Healthy, Low-Carb, Paleo, Whole30)

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4.7

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    22 mins

  • Servings

    2

  • Calories

    528 kcal

  • Course

    Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American

Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa (Healthy, Low-Carb, Paleo, Whole30)

Tender 20 minute salmon with avocado salsa can be grilled, pan-seared or baked! 

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 4-6 oz salmon fillets
  • 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

For the avocado salsa

  • 1 ripe avocado pitted and diced
  • 1/2 cup tomato diced (any type of tomato)
  • 2 tablespoons onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions

  1. Stir the olive oil, garlic, and spices in a small bowl. Brush or rub salmon with the spice mixture.
  2. Heat a large heavy-duty (preferably non-stick) pan or grill medium-high heat. Add salmon to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes per side. Remove from pan, top with avocado salsa and serve immediately.
  3. To make the avocado salsa:Add the avocado, tomato, onion, and cilantro to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt and pepper. Gently mix with a spoon until fully combined. Cover with plastic wrap until ready to serve.
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Notes

  • *This recipe makes two servings. To make more, double or triple the recipe as needed.
  • To bake salmon: pre-heat oven to 400F. Place salmon on a sheet pan and bake for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving (1 fillet with avocado salsa) Calories 528kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 43g (66%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g Monounsaturated Fat 28g Cholesterol 62mg (21%) Sodium 360mg (15%) Potassium 1190mg (34%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 689IU (14%) Vitamin C 19mg (21%) Calcium 45mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 528 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving (1 fillet with avocado salsa)
Calories 528kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 43g 66%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g 41%
Monounsaturated Fat 28g 140%
Cholesterol 62mg 21%
Sodium 360mg 15%
Potassium 1190mg 25%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 689IU 14%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 45mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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