Pan-Seared Salmon with Avocado Tomato Salsa

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Tender salmon fillets seared to perfection and topped with a fresh, zesty avocado tomato salsa that brightens every bite. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, skin on, extra virgin olive oil, ripe avocado, diced 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 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: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until the skin is crisp and the salmon is cooked halfway through.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, combine 1 diced ripe avocado, 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice in a bowl. Stir gently to combine and season with a pinch of sea salt if desired.
  5. Step 5: Plate the salmon fillets and top each with a generous spoonful of the avocado tomato salsa. Serve immediately.

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