Pan-Seared Salmon with Avocado Salsa and Lime Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-15 · Updated 2026-07-15

Juicy pan-seared salmon fillets topped with a fresh avocado and tomato salsa dressed with zesty lime and cilantro for a bright, healthy meal. This Mediterranean seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, salt, and black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large ripe avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 1 tsp honey

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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 evenly.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes until edges are crispy and golden.
3. Step 3: Flip salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 125°F for medium-rare. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Step 4: In a medium bowl, combine 1 large diced ripe avocado, 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 small minced jalapeño, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 tsp honey; gently toss to combine.
5. Step 5: Spoon the avocado salsa generously over each salmon fillet and serve immediately with lime wedges if desired.