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Grilled Salmon with Avocado Sauce

5 from 1 vote
Grilled Salmon with Avocado Sauce is the culinary delight you didn’t know you needed. Bursting with flavors and packed with health benefits, this dish is a blend of succulent salmon with the creaminess of avocado sauce. Perfect for a healthy meal without compromising on taste, let’s dive deep into its preparation, ingredients, and more.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Salmon fillets – 2 pieces approximately 6 oz each [180g each]
  • Avocado – 1 ripe and peeled
  • Lemon juice – 1 tbsp [15 ml]
  • Fresh cilantro – 2 tbsp chopped [30 ml]
  • Olive oil – 2 tbsp [30 ml]
  • Garlic cloves – 2 minced
  • Salt – ½ tsp [2.5 ml]
  • Pepper – ¼ tsp [1.25 ml]
  • Water – 1-2 tbsp for consistency [15-30 ml]

Method
 

  1. Start by seasoning the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium heat.
  3. While the grill heats, prepare the avocado sauce. Combine avocado, lemon juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a blender.
  4. Blend until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add water to reach the desired consistency.
  5. Place the salmon on the grill, skin-side down.
  6. Grill for about 5 minutes on each side or until the salmon easily flakes with a fork.
  7. Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.

Notes

Always choose fresh salmon for grilling, it makes all the difference in taste.
Don’t over-blend the avocado sauce; a slightly chunky texture adds to the charm.
If you don’t have a grill, this recipe works just as well on a skillet.
For extra flavor, consider adding a touch of red pepper flakes to the avocado sauce.
Drizzle the avocado sauce over the grilled salmon before serving.
Complement your Grilled Salmon with Avocado Sauce with a side of grilled asparagus or a light salad.
Pair the meal with a refreshing glass of iced lemon water or sparkling water.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges for an added zest.