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Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce

Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce for a Zesty Dinner

Enjoy this Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce, a healthy dish bursting with flavor and simplicity.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh or fully thawed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust according to spice tolerance
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Opt for sea salt for cleaner flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Use freshly ground for maximum taste
For the Avocado Lime Sauce
  • 1 large Avocado Choose ripe for smooth consistency
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Always use fresh
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Swap for dairy-free yogurt for vegan option
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced works best
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro Optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper, whisk until blended.
  3. Season the salmon fillets by placing them skin-side down on the baking sheet and brushing the seasoning mixture on both sides.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until salmon is golden and flakes easily at 145°F (63°C).
  5. While the salmon is baking, mash ripe avocado in a bowl and mix in lime juice, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  6. Allow the salmon to rest for a few minutes, then drizzle the avocado lime sauce over the fillets and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in separate airtight containers to maintain texture and flavor.

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