This grilled salmon with avocado corn salsa is one of my favorite summer dishes. It’s light, bright, and incredibly satisfying—perfect for warm evenings and busy weeknights. Fresh flavors, easy prep, and filling enough to please the whole family.
Welcome to one of the meals I make most often during summer—simple to pull together, full of color and texture, and always a hit at the table.
This grilled salmon with avocado corn salsa has been on repeat since June. It’s flavorful without being heavy, bright from lime and cilantro, and satisfying because of the rich salmon and creamy avocado. It’s an easy way to enjoy seasonal corn and fresh produce at their best.
We rotate a handful of favorite dinners through the season, and salmon is one of them—often on the grill. The smoky char you get from quick, high-heat grilling is unmatched, and cleanup is minimal when you keep things straightforward. Grill the fish, toss a quick salsa, and dinner is ready.
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Once you get comfortable with the grill, this becomes a go-to for summer entertaining or a fast family meal. The salsa takes only minutes and the salmon cooks in about ten, which makes this a perfect midweek option.
The salsa is the star: sweet corn cut straight from the cob, fresh avocado, jalapeño for a hint of heat, cilantro, and plenty of lime juice. I don’t cook the corn for this—raw kernels add bright crunch and sweetness that pair beautifully with the warm, flaky salmon.
Serve the salmon simply topped with the avocado-corn salsa, or pair it with steamed rice, herby orzo, or quick garlic butter zucchini noodles. My kids like it with rice; I love it straight on a platter so the salsa remains crisp and fresh.
This recipe comes together quickly: slice the corn off the cob, toss it with diced avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt, then season the salmon and grill. Simple steps, full-flavor results.
The salmon grills in about 7 to 8 minutes total—seared outside and tender inside. Place it on a platter, spoon the salsa over the top, and serve immediately for the best contrast of hot fish and cool, citrusy salsa.
Grilled Salmon with Avocado Sweet Corn Salsa
Grilled Salmon with Avocado Sweet Corn Salsa
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Ingredients
- 4 skinless salmon fillets
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 ears corn, kernels cut off the cob
- 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced (adjust for heat)
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 2 avocados, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the grill to high. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix a generous pinch of salt and pepper with the smoked paprika and garlic powder.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Season with a big pinch of salt and pepper and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Sprinkle the paprika-spice mix over both sides of the salmon. Place the fillets on the hot grill and cook for about 4 minutes without moving them. Flip and grill for another 3 to 4 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily. Transfer to a plate.
- Add the chopped avocado to the corn mixture and gently toss. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
- Serve each salmon fillet topped with a generous spoonful of avocado sweet corn salsa. Enjoy immediately.
Cuisine: American
Author: How Sweet Eats
Ultimate summer on a plate—simple, quick, and full of seasonal flavor. If you’re looking for a fresh dinner that comes together with minimal fuss, this grilled salmon with avocado corn salsa is an effortless winner.