Grilled Halibut with Tomato Avocado Salsa
Grilled Halibut with Tomato Avocado Salsa is a refreshing and nutritious dish that brings vibrant flavors to your table in just 25 minutes. The flaky texture of the halibut pairs beautifully with a zesty salsa made from ripe tomatoes, creamy avocado, and aromatic basil, creating a perfect balance of taste and health. Ideal for casual weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe showcases simple ingredients that are both satisfying and wholesome. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make seafood delight that’s sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 2 (6-ounce) halibut filets
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pint heirloom cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and chopped
- 1/2 shallot, thinly sliced
- 2 sprigs fresh basil, leaves only, slivered
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (for salsa)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons golden balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your grill on high heat. Drizzle halibut filets with olive oil and season them with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Oil the grill grates using grapeseed oil. Place the filets on the grill and gently press them down.
- Cook for about 5 minutes on each side until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
- While the fish is cooking, combine sliced cherry tomatoes, avocado, shallot, basil, olive oil, golden balsamic vinegar in a bowl. Toss gently to coat and season with salt and pepper.
- Once cooked, top each piece of grilled halibut with generous portions of the tomato avocado salsa before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with salsa (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg