Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa is our favorite Healthy Salmon Recipe! This spice-rubbed grilled salmon recipe is served with creamy avocado salsa. It’s healthy, flavorful, easy, and so delicious. It’s a flavor match made in Heaven.

platter of grilled salmon with avocado salsa

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Why We Love This Healthy Salmon Recipe

If you’re in the market for a delicious, easy, and healthy salmon recipe, you’ve come to the right place. This grilled salmon with avocado salsa recipe has been pinned more than 2 million times and continues to be a hit because it’s just so delicious.

  • Fancy. This dish looks like a gourmet chef created it. Your friends and family will think you’re a 5-star chef!
  • Easy. While this dish looks impressive, nobody needs to know that it’s super easy to put together. Take a look at the recipe card– it’s a breeze!
  • Tasty. This salmon may be healthy, but it’s also scrumptious. The spice rub combined with the fresh and creamy salsa is a taste sensation!
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How to Store and Reheat 

Store leftover grilled salmon with avocado salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I prefer to enjoy leftover salmon cold, but you can also reheat in a 275°F oven for about 15 minutes, or until warmed through.

How to Freeze 

Freeze grilled salmon fillets in an airtight container or Ziplock bag for up to 4 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. I do not recommend freezing the salsa.

Serving Suggestions

This grilled salmon with avocado salsa really doesn’t even need a side dish. The salsa can serve as a side, so you have an amazing 15-minute meal from start to finish on your plate! But we also love to pair this grilled salmon with healthy sides such Lemon Butter Asparagus or Roasted Vegetables.

How long do you grill salmon?

It should only take about 6-8 minutes total (3-4 minutes per side) to grill this salmon to perfection!

Do you grill salmon directly on the grill or in foil?

You can cook the salmon directly on the grill. Simply oil up the fish well, and start with the skin side down (if you’re leaving the skin on) for the best results.

Should you flip salmon on the grill?

Yes, but only once! Carefully flip the salmon after 3-4 minutes. If it’s not releasing from the grill grates, give it an extra 30-60 seconds.

Can you grill frozen salmon?

Yes, but the oil and spices won’t stick as well as they will to thawed or fresh salmon. You’ll also need to add an extra 1-2 minutes of cook time per side!

How do you know when salmon is done?

The easiest way to see if your salmon has finished cooking is to gently press down on the top of the fillet with a fork or your finger. If the flesh of the salmon flakes, it’s finished cooking. The proper internal temperature of cooked salmon is 145°F.

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Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa Recipe

4.68 from 334 votes
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Becky Hardin
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My favorite recipes are the ones that are easy, yet incredibly delicious. This healthy salmon recipe is not only one of the best salmon recipes I’ve tried, but it’s easy, delicious and good for you. That’s a grand-slam homerun recipe, in my book.
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Ingredients 

  • 2 pounds salmon fillets skin on or off
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ancho chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

For the Avocado Salsa

  • 1 avocado cubed
  • ½ red onion sliced or diced
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions 

  • Mix the salt, chili powder, cumin, paprika, onion powder, and black pepper together. Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and this seasoning mix.
    1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ancho chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground paprika, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, 2 pounds salmon fillets, 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Combine the avocado, onion, lime juice, and cilantro. Chill until serving time.
    1 avocado, ½ red onion, 2 limes, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • Preheat the grill to medium (350-375°F).
  • Grill the salmon to desired doneness (about 3-4 minutes per side).
    Grilled salmon fillets cooked in a skillet.

Keywords: Salmon, Skillet
  • Top with avocado salsa and enjoy!

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Becky’s Tips

  • Use a salmon side or pre-cut salmon fillets — both work!
  • Make sure your grill is clean and preheated before adding the salmon.
  • Start the salmon skin-side down to help it release from the grill more easily.
  • Keep the lid down as the salmon cooks to maintain a consistent temperature.
  • Only flip the salmon once! 
  • Salmon is cooked through when it reaches 145°F internally at the thickest point.
Storage: Store grilled salmon with avocado salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months.
Serving: 1filletCalories: 456kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 47gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 692mgPotassium: 1447mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 517IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 59mgIron: 3mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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How to Make Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa Step by Step

Season the Salmon: Mix 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, ½ teaspoon of ancho chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of ground paprika, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper together. Rub 2 pounds of salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and this seasoning mix. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

healthy seasoned salmon fillets on a wooden cutting board.

Make the Salsa: Combine 1 cubed avocado, ½ of a sliced red onion, the juice of 2 limes, and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh cilantro. Chill until serving time.

Grill the Salmon: Preheat the grill to medium (350-375°F). Grill the salmon to desired doneness (about 3-4 minutes per side). Top with avocado salsa and enjoy!

healthy grilled salmon fillets.

Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Kelli
Kelli
March 6, 2019 6:57 pm

I baked in the oven since it is too cold to grill and it still turned out great.5 stars

Diane
Diane
February 28, 2019 8:51 pm

Made this last night, maybe one of the best salmon dinners I’ve made! So simple and so yummy! Husband loved it!5 stars

Courtney Minor
March 4, 2019 3:50 pm
Reply to  Diane

So happy that you liked it Diane!

katlaj
katlaj
February 14, 2019 5:30 pm

There is too much lime juice in the salsa. Half a lime would be better

Addison
Addison
February 13, 2019 7:32 pm

So easy and delicious! I made mine in a grill pan (I live in an apartment) and it turned out just as good. Will definitely be making this again!5 stars

Courtney Minor
February 14, 2019 12:59 pm
Reply to  Addison

I’m happy to hear it works on a grill pan too. Thanks Addison!

Christine
Christine
December 27, 2018 5:20 pm

How would you cook in the oven?

Rebecca Hillman
Rebecca Hillman
September 5, 2018 4:54 pm

This might be confusing but is one serving the 4 pieces of salmon (i.e., is 46 g of protein for all 4 pieces or 1 piece)?

Chris
Chris
August 17, 2018 3:57 pm

Made this amazing salmon last night and received raves from my husband. Would be perfect for guests, too. I left out the cilantro as my husband does not like it and it was still delicious! This recipe will go into heavy rotation at my house!5 stars

Bob Johnson
Bob Johnson
August 8, 2018 10:31 pm

This recipe gave me a feeling of euphoria for a couple of hours after I ate it. No, I don’t use drugs of any kind. But it enhanced my mood for real, and was quite pronounced. Plus delicious!

Lupita
Lupita
July 17, 2018 6:31 pm

Second time making this for my husband & I. We absolutely love it. I put it over a bed of lemon zest cilantro rice. Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe. It’s going to be in our rotation from now on.5 stars

Lisa
Lisa
July 2, 2018 7:09 pm

Made this tonight for them family, my husband remarked that it was delicious and he loved it. My picky eater (daughter) agreed and ate all of hers! Thank you so much!!!!!5 stars

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