Pan-Seared Salmon with Avocado Cilantro Keto Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-22 · Updated 2026-06-22

Tender salmon fillets pan-seared to golden perfection, topped with a fresh avocado cilantro salsa that’s vibrant and keto-friendly. This keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, avocado, fresh cilantro 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 low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
• 1 large, diced avocado
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until the edges become crispy and golden.
3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until opaque and flaky, then remove from heat and set aside.
4. Step 4: In a medium bowl, combine 1 large diced avocado, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes; gently toss until well mixed and creamy.
5. Step 5: Spoon the avocado cilantro salsa generously over each salmon fillet and serve immediately.