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Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce

Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce Delight

Experience bold flavors with Baked Cajun Salmon topped with creamy avocado lime sauce, perfect for a quick and nutritious weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 6 oz Salmon Fillets skin-on or skinless works well
  • 1 tbsp Cajun Seasoning adjust to match heat preference
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil for moisture
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Avocado Lime Sauce
  • 1 large Ripe Avocado choose a ripe one
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice to taste
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • blender
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Pat dry the salmon fillets, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Transfer the salmon fillets to the lined baking sheet and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until opaque and flaky.
  4. While the salmon is baking, blend the avocado, lime juice, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  5. Remove the salmon from the oven, plate, and drizzle with the avocado lime sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The avocado sauce can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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