This is the kind of meal you make when you want something fresh and satisfying without spending the whole evening in the kitchen. Juicy salmon straight from the grill meets a simple avocado salsa that tastes like summer, even on an ordinary weekday.
Difficulty
Easy
Prep time
15 minutes
Cook time
10 minutes
Total time
25 minutes
Servings
2
Ingredients
Instructions
- Start with the salmon. Pat the fillets dry and rub them with 1 tbsp of the olive oil.
- Season lightly with salt, pepper, and a little lime zest. Set aside while the grill heats up.
- Prepare the salsa first so it has time to settle. Dice the avocado and tomato into small chunks.
- Finely chop the onion and herbs.
- Combine everything in a bowl, drizzle with the remaining olive oil, and add a squeeze of lime juice.
- Season gently and toss once or twice. Don’t overmix.
- Heat the grill or grill pan until hot.
- Place the salmon skin-side down and cook for about 4–5 minutes.
- Flip carefully and grill for another 2–3 minutes, just until the fish flakes easily and stays juicy.
- Transfer the salmon to plates.
- Spoon the avocado salsa generously over the top.
- Finish with an extra squeeze of lime if you like things bright.
Serving ideas:
This salmon works beautifully with steamed rice, grilled vegetables, or simply a slice of toasted sourdough. If you want to keep it extra light, serve it with a handful of mixed greens dressed with lemon and olive oil.
Also worth trying: Salmon Fajitas for Busy Evenings, Citrus-Roasted Sea Bass with Arugula Salad, Grilled Salmon Trout Wrapped in Black Forest Ham
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