Grilled Salmon Strawberry Avocado Salsa (Printer-Friendly)

Charred salmon fillets crowned with strawberry-avocado salsa for a bright, easy summer main.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Grilled Salmon

01 - 4 salmon fillets (about 170 g / 6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 lemon, zested and juiced
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
06 - ½ tsp salt
07 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ For the Strawberry Avocado Salsa

08 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and diced
09 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
10 - ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
11 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
12 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
13 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
14 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Method:

01 - Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 200°C / 400°F).
02 - Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush mixture over all sides of the salmon fillets.
03 - Lightly oil the grill grates. Place the salmon skin-side down (if applicable) and grill for 4–5 minutes per side, or until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes.
04 - While salmon cooks, prepare the salsa. In a medium bowl, combine diced strawberries, avocado, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, salt, and pepper. Gently toss to combine.
05 - To serve, spoon a generous portion of strawberry avocado salsa over each salmon fillet. Garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It inspires a wow moment at the table with the fresh, tangy salsa over smoky fish.
  • This quick meal is perfect for fuss-free dinners and impresses guests just the same.
02 -
  • If the grill is too hot, the skin sticks and flakes apart—a little patience pays off.
  • Adding the avocado last to the salsa truly keeps those cubes firm and green, so don’t rush it.
03 -
  • Leaving the salmon undisturbed during grilling ensures those perfect sear lines and less tearing.
  • Chill your serving plates for ten minutes beforehand to keep the salsa cool on hot nights.
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