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Quick 15-Minute Grilled Salmon Recipe with Easy Avocado Corn Salsa

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A fast and flavorful grilled salmon recipe paired with a fresh avocado corn salsa, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces / 170 grams each), skin on for crispiness
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges (for serving)
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • ½ small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 small handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high, about 400°F (205°C).
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil over both sides, then season evenly with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine diced avocado, corn, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and chopped cilantro. Squeeze lime juice over the top, then gently toss to mix. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  4. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the hot grill. Grill for about 5-6 minutes without moving them to develop a crispy skin.
  5. Flip carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon flakes easily but remains moist.
  6. Check doneness with a fork or meat thermometer (125°F for medium-rare, 145°F for fully cooked).
  7. Plate the salmon fillets and spoon a generous amount of avocado corn salsa on top or on the side. Garnish with lemon wedges.

Notes

Let salmon sit at room temperature before grilling for even cooking. Oil both fish and grill grates to prevent sticking. Avoid flipping salmon too early to keep skin crispy. Prepare avocado salsa just before serving to prevent browning. If no grill is available, bake salmon at 425°F for 10-12 minutes as an alternative.

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Keywords: grilled salmon, avocado corn salsa, quick dinner, healthy seafood, easy salmon recipe, summer recipe, gluten-free, dairy-free

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