Salmon with Pomegranate Avocado Salsa

Elevate your dinner routine with this vibrant and nutrient-packed *Salmon with Pomegranate Avocado Salsa*. Perfectly baked salmon fillets, seasoned with smoky paprika and aromatic garlic powder, are topped with a refreshing salsa bursting with flavor and color. The salsa combines juicy pomegranate seeds, creamy avocado, zesty lime juice, and a touch of honey for a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Finely diced jalapeño and red onion add a spicy kick, while fresh cilantro ties it all together. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Packed with omega-3s, antioxidants, and bold flavors, this recipe is a wholesome, show-stopping addition to your meal plan. Serve it alongside rice or a crisp salad for a complete, deliciously healthy dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 fillets salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup pomegranate seeds
• 1 large ripe avocado
• 0.25 cup (finely diced) red onion
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 small (seeded and finely diced) jalapeño
• 1 teaspoon honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Drizzle olive oil over the fillets, then sprinkle them evenly with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 5

While the salmon cooks, prepare the pomegranate avocado salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the pomegranate seeds, diced avocado, finely diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, and honey.

Step 6

Gently mix the salsa ingredients together, being careful not to mash the avocado. Adjust seasoning to taste with additional salt or lime juice if desired.

Step 7

Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Serve the salmon fillets topped generously with the fresh pomegranate avocado salsa. Enjoy immediately for maximum flavor and freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1215.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2043.7

Total Fat 136.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 2934.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.3g	0%
Total Sugars 33.3g
Protein 150.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 81.3mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1651.9mg	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: 58.3%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 13.1%