Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa

Ingredients

    • 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

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.
To bake salmon: pre-heat oven to 400F. Place salmon on a sheet pan and bake for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.