Keto Grilled Salmon with Avocado Topping Recipe
Easy grilled salmon topped with a fresh avocado mix. Tastes great, low in carbs, high in healthy fats. Good for dinner or lunch. Cooks fast and needs just a few ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Grilling or Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: American, Keto, Low-Carb
Ingredients
For the salmon:
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4 salmon filets (6 oz each)
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Salt
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Black pepper
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1 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
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½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
For the topping:
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2 ripe avocados, chopped
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Juice of 1 lime
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1 small tomato, diced
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2 tbsp red onion, chopped
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Pinch of salt
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1 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
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Pat salmon dry. Brush with oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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In a bowl, mix chopped avocado, tomato, onion, lime juice, and salt. Stir gently.
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Heat grill or skillet to medium-high.
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Place salmon skin-side down. Cook 3–4 minutes, then flip. Cook another 3–4 minutes or until it flakes with a fork.
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Remove from heat. Let rest 2 minutes.
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Spoon avocado topping over each piece. Serve right away.
Notes
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Use firm but ripe avocados for better texture.
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The avocado mix is best made fresh—don’t make it too early.
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Want it spicy? Add chopped jalapeño or red pepper flakes.
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Works with other fish like trout or even grilled chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 Sugar: 2g Sodium: 300mg Fat: 38g Saturated Fat: 7g Unsaturated Fat: 28g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 6g Fiber: 4g Protein: 38g Cholesterol: 95mg