Pan-Seared Salmon with Avocado Lime Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

A keto-friendly pan-seared salmon topped with a fresh, zesty avocado lime salsa for a vibrant and satisfying meal. This Mediterranean-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, avocado, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides evenly 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, about 2 minutes.
3. Step 3: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until the skin is crisp and golden.
4. Step 4: Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
5. Step 5: While salmon cooks, combine 1 diced large avocado, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a small bowl; gently mix and season with a pinch of salt to taste.
6. Step 6: Serve each salmon fillet topped generously with the avocado lime salsa.