Grilled Salmon with Strawberry Salsa (Print View)

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

# What You'll Need:

→ Salmon

01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
04 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Strawberry Salsa

07 - 1½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
08 - ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
09 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
10 - 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
11 - Juice of 1 lime
12 - ½ teaspoon honey or agave syrup
13 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Garnish

14 - Lemon wedges
15 - Fresh cilantro leaves

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat grill to medium-high temperature, approximately 400°F.
02 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with olive oil, then season evenly with sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and lemon zest.
03 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine diced strawberries, red onion, cilantro, minced jalapeño, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss gently and allow to rest for flavors to develop.
04 - Place seasoned salmon fillets skin-side down on grill grates. Cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Carefully flip fillets and grill for 2 to 3 minutes until flesh is opaque and separates easily with a fork.
05 - Remove salmon from grill and allow to rest undisturbed for 2 minutes.
06 - Top each salmon fillet with generous portions of strawberry salsa. Garnish with lemon wedges and additional fresh cilantro leaves.
07 - Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by fresh salad or steamed vegetables.

# Expert Insights:

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish
  • Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and pescatarian-friendly
  • The strawberry salsa adds a stunning pop of color and flavor
  • Perfect balance of smoky, sweet, tangy, and savory notes
  • Impressive enough for guests, simple enough for weeknights
02 -
  • Use a fish spatula for flipping—it's thin and flexible, perfect for delicate salmon
  • Don't overcook the salmon; it should be just opaque in the center and still moist
  • Make extra salsa—it's addictive and great on tacos, grilled chicken, or even tortilla chips
  • Oil the grill grates well to prevent sticking
  • Let the salmon rest for 2 minutes after grilling to allow juices to redistribute
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