Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa (Healthy, Low-Carb, Paleo, Whole30)
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4.7
Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa (Healthy, Low-Carb, Paleo, Whole30)
Description
The recipe involves stirring olive oil with minced garlic and spices including chili powder, cumin, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, then brushing this mixture onto salmon fillets. The salmon is cooked over medium-high heat in a heavy pan or grill for about 5-6 minutes per side until just cooked through, preserving moistness and developing a spiced crust.
The avocado salsa combines ripe diced avocado with tomato, onion, and cilantro, then is dressed with olive oil, fresh lime juice, salt, and pepper for a refreshing contrast to the salmon's warmth and mild heat. This salsa adds creamy texture and bright acidity, complementing the fish's flavor and richness.
This dish serves two and can be multiplied as needed. The notes also offer an alternative baking method at 400°F for 12-15 minutes for a hands-off approach. The salmon makes a nourishing low-carb main course that balances spice, creaminess, and freshness in equal measure.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillet 4-6 oz
- 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 avocado pitted and diced, ripe
- 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 to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Stir the olive oil, garlic, and spices in a small bowl. Brush or rub salmon with the spice mixture.
- 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.
- 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.
Notes
- This recipe yields two servings; scale ingredients to serve more people.
- To bake salmon instead of pan-cooking, preheat oven to 400°F and bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition 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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