Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus-Infused Avocado
Perfectly seared salmon topped with a fresh avocado mixture for omega-3 richness and smooth digestion. This Pacific Northwest-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, avocado, lime for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 calories and feeds 4, 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 1 large avocado
- 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with sea salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down in skillet. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
- Step 3: Flip salmon and cook for 3 more minutes until center is just opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Step 4: Dice avocado and place in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Gently toss to combine.
- Step 5: Divide avocado mixture between plates. Top with salmon, skin-side up, and drizzle with remaining lime juice from the rind.
