Pan-Seared Salmon with Avocado-Lime Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-14 · Updated 2026-04-14

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Salmon fillets seared to perfection with a bright avocado and lime dressing that complements the rich fish. This Pacific Northwest-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 19 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, avocado oil, avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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: 10 min Cook: 9 min Serves 2 Pacific Northwest cuisine 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz, skin-on salmon fillets
2 tbsp avocado oil
1/2, pitted and diced avocado
2 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp, finely sliced chives
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 8 oz salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 6 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
Step 3: Flip salmon and cook 3 minutes more until opaque and flaky. Remove from pan and let rest.
Step 4: While salmon rests, blend 1/2 diced avocado, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, and 1 tbsp sliced chives in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle over salmon immediately.