Paraben Free Paleo Garlic-Herb Salmon with Avocado Salsa
Garlic, rosemary, and thyme pressed into fresh salmon fillets — this dish is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort it takes. The herb crust builds real depth of flavor, and the smoked paprika adds a subtle warmth that plays beautifully against the richness of the fish. Everything is cooked in avocado oil, which keeps the ingredient list clean and free from synthetic additives or preservatives that can sneak into conventional cooking fats and bottled marinades. The bright avocado salsa — tossed with cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and fresh lime juice — comes together while the salmon sears, so the whole meal lands on the table fast. Skin-on fillets get a proper sear in a hot skillet, giving you that satisfying crispy edge without any complicated technique. A squeeze of lime over the top at the end ties every element together into something that tastes genuinely vibrant and fresh. It's the kind of recipe you'll find yourself coming back to again and again.
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4 servings
For the salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the avocado salsa
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, stir together the minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then press the herb mixture evenly over the flesh side of each fillet.
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, 1 tbsp avocado oil, and salt. Fold gently until just combined, then stir in the jalapeño, if using. Set aside.
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