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Juicy grilled salmon fillet topped with chunky green avocado salsa and red onion

Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 455
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 ripe avocados , diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra -virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic , minced

Method
 

  1. Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and brush with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  3. Season both sides of the fillets with salt and black pepper.
  4. Place salmon on the grill grates. Grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  5. In a medium mixing bowl, combine diced avocados, minced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and minced garlic.
  6. Gently toss the salsa ingredients to combine, ensuring the avocado cubes remain intact.
  7. Remove the salmon from the heat and allow it to rest for 2 to 3 minutes.
  8. Serve each salmon fillet topped with a portion of the avocado salsa.