Chili Rubbed Salmon with Cilantro Avocado Salsa

Bold, smoky, and irresistibly fresh, this Chili Rubbed Salmon with Cilantro Avocado Salsa strikes the perfect balance between spice and zing. Tender salmon fillets are coated in a vibrant blend of chili powder, paprika, cumin, and garlic before being seared to perfection, resulting in a crispy, flavorful crust. Topping it off is a refreshing cilantro avocado salsa bursting with creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty lime, and a hint of red onion for a crisp bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy, protein-packed dish is as stunning as it is simple, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Whether you’re craving bold flavors or wholesome ingredients, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Salmon fillets, skin-on
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large Avocado, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the chili rub.

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and brush each fillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 3

Generously sprinkle the chili rub mixture evenly over all sides of the salmon fillets, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 4

Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

To make the cilantro avocado salsa, combine the diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, red onion, lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a medium bowl. Gently toss to combine.

Step 6

Serve the cooked salmon fillets topped with a generous spoonful of cilantro avocado salsa. Optional: Garnish with extra lime wedges or cilantro sprigs.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1158.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1906.6

Total Fat 115.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 415.1mg	0%
Sodium 3449.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 7.4g
Protein 179.4g	0%

Vitamin D 2516.9IU	0%
Calcium 171.7mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 3703.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.4%

Protein: 37.5%

Carbs: 8.1%