Easy Summer Grilled Salmon with Pineapple-Avocado Salsa
Chef Jay
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Chef Jay
Servings
2
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Hey there, it’s Chef Jay! 🐟🌞 Fire up the grill and let’s dive into this Easy Summer Grilled Salmon—tender, flaky fillets kissed with citrus and spice, then topped with a juicy, refreshing pineapple-avocado salsa that screams sunshine! 🍍🥑 With zesty lime, sweet pineapple, and a kick of jalapeño, this one’s got that perfect summer balance of smoky, bright, and bold. Light, fresh, and totally satisfying. Let’s get grillin’! 🔥🍴
Ingredients
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2 Butcherbox salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless, your choice)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
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1 tsp honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
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½ tsp garlic powder
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4 tsp ButcherBox Lemon Pepper Bright & Zesty Seasoning
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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½ pineapple, diced (fresh preferred; technique demo available)
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1 avocado, diced
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½ red bell pepper, diced
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¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
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Juice & zest of 1 lime
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2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
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3 scallions, chopped
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1 small jalapeño, finely diced (for heat: Optional)
Mise en Place 🔪
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Outdoor grill (gas or charcoal) or stovetop grill pan
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Grill-safe spatula or tongs
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Mixing bowls (1 medium, 1 large)
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Small whisk or fork (for mixing marinade)
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Cutting board
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Sharp chef’s knife
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Microplane or zester
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Citrus juicer or reamer (optional)
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Spoon (for scooping avocado)
Directions
Prep 🥒
Remove 2 salmon fillets from packaging and pat dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp honey (optional, for sweetness), ½ tsp garlic powder and salt & pepper to taste.
Brush marinade generously over the salmon. Season each fillet with 2 tsp ButcherBox Lemon Pepper Bright & Zesty Seasoning. Set aside to marinate at room temp while the grill finishes heating.
Dice ½ a pineapple into small bite-sized pieces, 1 avocado, ½ red bell pepper.
Finely chop ¼ cup red onion, 3 scallions and 2 tbsp fresh cilantro.
Zest and juice 1 lime. Optional: Finely dice 1 small jalapeño for a spicy kick.
How to Cook 🍳
Lightly oil the grill grates (or brush salmon skin with oil to prevent sticking).
Place salmon skin-side down on the hot grill. Grill for 3–4 minutes, then gently flip with a spatula. Cook the second side for 2–4 more minutes, or until salmon is just cooked through and flaky.
Remove from grill and let rest for 2–3 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, gently combine pineapple, avocado, red bell pepper, red onion, lime juice & zest, cilantro, scallions, salt to taste and add jalapeño if desired. Toss gently to combine. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve.
Place grilled salmon fillets on each plate. Top with a generous spoonful of pineapple-avocado salsa.
Serve with grilled corn (optional), Steamed rice or a fresh summer salad.