Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa (Healthy Salmon Recipe!) - The Cookie Rookie® (2024)

FAQs

How do you make salmon salsa with avocado? ›

Grill the salmon on an 11 inch (28 cm) griddle pan on high heat for two minutes on each side. In a separate bowl, lightly toss avocados, ¼ red onion, the juice from one lime, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt to taste. Spoon avocado salsa on top of the cooked salmon. Top with finely cut cilantro.

Similar to salmon, avocados also contain omega-3 fatty acids, but it's a specific kind typically found in plants. This particular omega-3 fatty acid is called ALA, and when paired with salmon, not only makes for a delicious meal, but also creates a robust dosage of healthy fats.

A dry brine gives you firmer, juicier fish fillets with kettle-chip-crisp skin. Credit... Gentl and Hyers for The New York Times.

You can also try other seasonings like paprika, cayenne pepper, balsamic vinegar, or lemon juice. A quick way to season an avocado is to cut it into chunks and drizzle it with a little olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pepper, and salt.

In a blender or food processor, combine the tomatillos, chile, cilantro and 1/3 cup water. Pulse until the mixture is reduced to a coarse puree (I think its best when it still has a little texture). Thicken with avocado. Scoop in the avocado and pulse until it is thoroughly incorporated.

Is salmon good for weight loss? It absolutely can be. Salmon is high in protein and fairly low in calories: there's about 25.4g of protein and 182 calories in a 100g serving of wild salmon, and 22.1g of protein and 206 calories in 100g of farmed salmon. This makes either option a great addition to a weight loss diet.

Salmon is a good source of protein, which is important for maintaining bone health, preventing muscle loss and helping the body heal and repair. Its rich astaxanthin content may help maintain skin elasticity, reduce the signs of aging and protect the skin against UV damage.

Both fish and eggs are high in protein. However, you'd have to eat about three eggs to receive the same amount of protein as in a 3-ounce serving of salmon. In addition, some types of fish are higher in omega-3 fatty acids, than others. For example, salmon, mackerel and sardines have more omega-3s than shellfish.

Grilling

Grilling salmon imparts a smoky flavor and creates beautiful grill marks. The heat from the grill caramelizes the exterior, creating a delicious crust while keeping the flesh tender and moist. Because grilling is a relatively quick cooking method, it retains the fish's nutritional value.

What brings out the flavor of salmon? ›

Marinating salmon can add additional flavor and help the fish stay moist during cooking. Most marinades include an acidic element like lemon or vinegar which add a pleasant tanginess to the fish. Salmon is considered by some to be a "fishy" tasting fish because it is firm and high in fat.

Do you flip salmon on the grill? Yes, if you're cooking the fish directly on the hot grates, you'll start with the flesh side down first (skin facing you) then flip it over once after 2 to 3 minutes or when you see some grill marks on the layer touching the grates.

Salmon is a great source of the proteins your body needs to build muscles, bone, and cartilage. This protein helps maintain muscle mass while you lose weight, in addition to keeping a healthy metabolic rate and bone density. There are several varieties of salmon, but they are all known for their pinkish-orange color.

While you can grill salmon without foil (see these classic Grilled Salmon Fillets and Cedar Plank Salmon for recipes), for a foolproof method that works especially well for a large piece of salmon, use the foil packet method. Using foil to make a packet around the salmon keeps the salmon moist when grilling.

Lemon or Lime Juice

A common method is tightly covering the flesh with plastic wrap, but if you're looking for a low-waste approach, you'll be glad to know that you can use standard kitchen ingredients. One technique is to squeeze a bit of fresh lemon or lime juice on the cut side of an avocado.

Because guacamole is thicker in texture, it makes it great for filling a burrito or wrap – where avocado salsa could easily drip out if it's too thin and can make the burrito soggy. Avocado salsa is great for topping on soft tacos and even dipping in crunchy rolled taquitos.

Avocado salsa is a vibrant and chunky dip. Almost a cross between guacamole and pico de gallo, it's a refreshing blend of avocados, tomatoes, onions, jalapeño, lime juice, and cilantro. Served with tortilla chips, it's the perfect summer appetizer.

Let's break down the fundamental difference. GUACAMOLE (or “guac,” as the cool kids call it) is an avocado-based dip. SALSA, meanwhile, is (by its truest definition) a tomato-based sauce or dip. Avocado Salsa, then, is the best of both worlds — it's a dip with a base of avocado and tomato.