Description
This lemon herb salmon and avocado recipe is fresh, zesty, and packed with nutrients. A simple yet flavorful dish that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets (wild-caught preferred)
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced or mashed
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or basil)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat grill to medium-high.
- Season the salmon with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.
- Cook:
- Oven: Bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Grill: Cook for 4-5 minutes per side.
- Pan-sear: Sear for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Prepare avocado by slicing or mashing with a bit of lemon juice.
- Serve salmon with avocado on the side or as a topping.
Notes
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- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Grilling, Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet + avocado
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: salmon recipe, healthy salmon, easy salmon dinner, avocado recipes