Grilled Salmon with Strawberry Avocado (Print Version)

Grilled salmon topped with a refreshing strawberry and avocado salsa — light, vibrant fare for warm evenings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salmon

01 - 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
02 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
03 - 1 lemon, zested and juiced
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Strawberry Avocado Salsa

08 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and diced
09 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
10 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
11 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
12 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
14 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Clean and oil the grates lightly to prevent sticking.
02 - Pat the fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Brush the mixture evenly over both sides of each fillet.
03 - Place the salmon on the grill, skin-side down if applicable. Grill 4–5 minutes without moving, then flip and grill 4–5 minutes more, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the heat and allow to rest for 2–3 minutes.
04 - While the salmon cooks, combine the diced strawberries, avocado, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and toss gently to combine, keeping the avocado intact.
05 - Spoon a generous portion of the strawberry avocado salsa over each fillet. Garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • This salsa is juicy and unexpected, making salmon taste entirely new every time.
  • It won over my toughest critics thanks to its playful blend of sweet and smoky elements.
02 -
  • Once, I forgot to oil the grill and spent ten minutes prying perfectly seasoned salmon off the grates — never again.
  • Mixing the avocado last and gently folding the salsa keeps things from turning smudgy and dull.
03 -
  • Don't skip resting the salmon; it ensures every bite is moist.
  • Rub the grates with oil-soaked paper towel once the grill is hot for easier flip and tidy-up.
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