Paleo Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa
So, you thought grilled salmon was just for “fancy dinner nights” or “dates,” huh? Think again. This Paleo grilled salmon with avocado salsa is here to prove that healthy can be ridiculously tasty. Forget about those boring, flavorless fish dishes—this beauty comes with a tangy, creamy salsa that takes the grilled salmon from “meh” to “WOW.” You’ll impress even the pickiest eater with the ease of it all. It’s fresh, light, and oh-so-satisfying, and don’t worry, no one has to know how quickly you whipped it up. Let’s get cooking, shall we?
Paleo Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa
Paleo grilled salmon topped with a refreshing avocado salsa. Simple, healthy, and packed with flavor. This is your go-to weeknight meal!
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
- 1 ripe avocado diced
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin side down. Grill for 5-6 minutes on each side or until cooked to your desired level.
- While the salmon is cooking, prepare the avocado salsa: In a small bowl, combine avocado, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the grill and top with the fresh avocado salsa.
- Serve immediately, because you won’t want to wait.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 36g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Vitamin C: 25%
- Folate: 15%
- Iron: 8%
- Potassium: 12%
💁♀️ Flavor Tips
- Squeeze extra lime juice for that zing.
- If you like heat, throw in some chopped jalapeños in the salsa.
- Add a drizzle of olive oil on top of the salsa for extra richness.
- For a more hearty dish, serve with a side of cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
- Swap out salmon for any firm white fish if preferred.
