Pat dry, room-temperature halibut filets.
1½ lb halibut filet
In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, lemon juice, and garlic.
¼ tsp sea salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, 2 Tbsp lemon juice,, 1 clove garlic,
Generously rub the mixture on the halibut, both sides
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add halibut filets. Sear for 4 minutes until golden, then turn the fillets over and sear the other side for another 4-5 minutes or until the fish reaches your desired doneness.
½ Tbsp olive oil, 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
While halibut is cooking, make the salsa by combining the ingredients together (tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, & avocado).
3 large tomatoes,, ¼ red onion,, 1 Tbsp fresh cilantro,, 1 Tbsp lemon juice, ⅛ tsp salt, ⅛ tsp black pepper, 1 avocado,, 3 cloves garlic,
When serving halibut, add a spoonful of salsa on each halibut filet.