Baked Cajun Salmon With Avocado Lime Sauce
Baked Cajun Salmon With Avocado Lime Sauce is a lively and nutritious dish that infuses your dinner with vibrant flavors and a delightful creaminess. The tender, flaky salmon fillets are generously coated with zesty Cajun spices, delivering just the right amount of heat. Paired with a rich Avocado Lime Sauce, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a showstopper for any occasion. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish promises to satisfy your cravings while keeping your meals healthy and delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and brush both sides with the Cajun oil mixture.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Meanwhile, mash the avocado in a bowl and mix in lime juice, Greek yogurt, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Once done, let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving topped with the Avocado Lime Sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 97mg