Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce
A quick and healthy dish featuring spicy baked salmon paired with a creamy avocado lime sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For brushing
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper
For the Avocado Lime Sauce
- 1 piece avocado Must be ripe for creaminess
- 1 lime lime (juiced)
- 1/4 cup sour cream Can substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter version
- Fresh cilantro for garnish Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the fillets with olive oil and sprinkle Cajun seasoning over the top.
Cooking
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon is baking, prepare the avocado lime sauce by blending together the avocado, lime juice, sour cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Once the salmon is done, top each fillet with the avocado lime sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, gourmet meal!
Notes
Keep leftovers fresh by storing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. For freezing, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Reheat in the oven to maintain texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 480mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1g
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