Grilled Salmon with Strawberry Salsa (Printable)

Juicy grilled salmon paired with a zesty strawberry salsa for a fresh, vibrant spring meal.

# What You Need:

→ Salmon

01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Strawberry Salsa

07 - 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
08 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
09 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
10 - 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
11 - Juice of 1 lime
12 - 1/2 teaspoon honey
13 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

14 - Lemon wedges
15 - Fresh cilantro leaves

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F).
02 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and lemon zest.
03 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine strawberries, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Gently toss and set aside to allow flavors to develop.
04 - Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill. Close the lid and grill for 4 to 5 minutes. Carefully flip and grill for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
05 - Remove salmon from grill and allow to rest for 2 minutes.
06 - Top each salmon fillet with generous portions of strawberry salsa. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh cilantro leaves.
07 - Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by a light salad or steamed vegetables.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy: ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish
  • Healthy and nutritious: packed with omega-3s, protein, and fresh produce
  • Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and pescatarian-friendly
  • Perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors
  • Beautiful presentation that impresses every time
  • Ideal for warm-weather dining and outdoor entertaining
02 -
  • Use wild-caught salmon for the best flavor and sustainability
  • Don't overcook the salmon—it should be just opaque and still moist in the center
  • Make the salsa up to 2 hours ahead, but add it just before serving to keep it fresh
  • Save extra salsa to enjoy with tortilla chips or over grilled chicken
  • Oil your grill grates well to prevent sticking
  • Let salmon come to room temperature for 15 minutes before grilling for even cooking
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