Grilled Salmon with Strawberry Salsa (Printable)

Tender grilled salmon fillets topped with a zesty strawberry and jalapeño salsa, perfect for spring.

# 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 Steps:

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 bowl, combine diced strawberries, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Gently toss and set aside to allow flavors to meld.
04 - Place salmon fillets skin-side down on grill grates. Close lid and grill for 4 to 5 minutes. Carefully flip and grill for 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 before serving.
06 - Top each salmon fillet with generous portions of strawberry salsa. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh cilantro leaves, then serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and impressive – ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions
  • Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and pescatarian-friendly
  • The strawberry salsa adds a refreshing, unexpected twist that balances the richness of salmon
  • Minimal ingredients with maximum flavor and stunning presentation
  • Healthy and satisfying with 34g of protein per serving
02 -
  • Don't overcook the salmon – it should be just opaque in the center and still moist. It will continue cooking slightly as it rests.
  • Oil the grill grates well before adding the salmon to prevent sticking and ensure easy flipping.
  • Make the salsa ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to save time and deepen the flavors.
  • Use a fish spatula for flipping – its thin, flexible edge slides easily under delicate fish fillets.
  • Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies, especially for processed items like agave syrup or pre-packaged salmon.
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