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Pan seared blackened salmon fillet topped with chunky avocado lime salsa and cilantro.

Blackened Salmon Avocado Salsa: The Ultimate Zesty 20-Minute Dinner


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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 20
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

A 20-minute Keto dinner featuring bold, pan-seared blackened salmon topped with a creamy, zesty avocado lime salsa. Healthy, low-carb, and delicious!


Ingredients

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2 Salmon fillets (6oz each)

1 tbsp Smoked Paprika

1 tsp Garlic Powder

1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper

1/2 tsp Salt

1 large Avocado (diced)

1/4 cup Red Onion (minced)

1 tbsp Fresh Cilantro (chopped)

1 tbsp Lime Juice

1 tbsp Avocado Oil


Instructions

1. Pat salmon fillets dry and coat the top with the combined spices.

2. Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.

3. Place salmon flesh-side down and sear for 3-4 minutes until a dark crust forms.

4. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until internal temp is 145°F.

5. Mix avocado, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl.

6. Top the warm salmon with the fresh salsa and serve.

Notes

To lower the heat, reduce the cayenne pepper by half. Ensure the skillet is very hot before adding the fish for the best crust.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet with salsa
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg