Grilled Salmon Strawberry Salsa (Printer-Friendly)

Juicy grilled salmon fillets topped with zesty strawberry salsa for a light, satisfying spring meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salmon

01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
04 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Strawberry Salsa

07 - 1½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
08 - ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
09 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
10 - 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
11 - Juice of 1 lime
12 - ½ teaspoon honey or agave syrup
13 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Garnish

14 - Lemon wedges
15 - Fresh cilantro leaves

# Method:

01 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F.
02 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and lemon zest.
03 - Combine strawberries, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Gently toss and allow flavors to meld for 5-10 minutes.
04 - Place salmon fillets skin-side down on grill. Close lid and grill for 4-5 minutes. Carefully flip and grill for 2-3 minutes until flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
05 - Remove salmon from grill and allow to rest for 2 minutes before serving.
06 - Top each salmon fillet with generous portions of strawberry salsa. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh cilantro leaves. Serve immediately with light salad or steamed vegetables if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes total.
  • Combines the rich taste of grilled salmon with the refreshing sweetness of strawberry salsa.
  • Perfect for a healthy, light dinner that still feels satisfying.
  • Gluten-free, dairy-free, and suitable for pescatarians.
02 -
  • Use a grill pan if you don't have access to an outdoor grill, to achieve perfect grill marks and smoky flavor indoors.
  • Make sure to pat salmon dry before seasoning for a better crust formation and less sticking on the grill.
  • Let the salsa sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld, but serve fresh for the best taste and texture.
  • Check doneness by seeing when the salmon flakes easily with a fork but remains moist inside.
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