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Mexican Salmon Grill Recipe

Mexican Salmon Recipe: Irresistible Zesty Bite

Love quick feasts? This mexican salmon recipe infuses fresh fillets with bold seasonings, creating a bright, savory dish that’s both simple and delicious!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Grill Pan – For cooking the salmon.
  • Cutting Board & Knife – For chopping vegetables.
  • Mixing Bowl – For preparing the salsa.
  • Tongs or Spatula – For flipping the salmon.
  • Measuring Spoons & Cups – For accurate ingredient portions.
  • Serving Plate – For presenting the salmon beautifully.

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon:

  • 4 salmon fillets 6 oz each
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • Juice of 1 lime

For the Mexican Salsa Topping:

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes diced
  • ½ red onion finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño minced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Step 1: Season the Salmon

  • Pat salmon fillets dry and place them on a plate.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, and chili powder.
  • Squeeze lime juice over the fillets and let marinate for 5 minutes.

Step 2: Cook the Salmon

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes.
  • Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until cooked through.

Step 3: Make the Salsa

  • In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and salt.
  • Toss well and let sit for 5 minutes to blend flavors.

Step 4: Serve & Garnish

  • Top cooked salmon with fresh salsa.
  • Serve immediately with warm tortillas, rice, or avocado slices.

Video

Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, Approximate)
  • Calories: ~420 kcal
  • Protein: ~40g
  • Carbohydrates: ~10g
    • Fiber: ~3g
    • Sugar: ~3g
  • Fat: ~22g
    • Saturated Fat: ~4g
  • Sodium: ~650mg
  • Potassium: ~900mg
💡 For a low-carb version, serve with cauliflower rice or salad.
Keyword Easy seafood dinner, Healthy salmon recipe, Mexican salmon