Lime-Cilantro Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa

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Tender grilled salmon marinated in fresh lime and cilantro, paired with a vibrant avocado salsa perfect for a Whole30 seafood dinner. This American-inspired seafood recipe (whole30, gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, fresh lime juice, cilantro leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place 4 salmon fillets into a shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove salmon from marinade and place on the grill skin side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until salmon flakes easily.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 1 diced ripe avocado, 1/2 cup diced cherry tomatoes, 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion, and 1/2 minced jalapeño in a small bowl. Toss gently.
  4. Step 4: Serve grilled salmon topped with avocado salsa immediately for a fresh, bright flavor contrast.

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