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Baked Cajun Salmon And Avocado Lime Sauce

Zesty Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce Delight

Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce is a flavorful, quick, and healthy dish that brings joy to your mealtime.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Freshness is key; feel free to use thawed if frozen.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Adds richness and helps crisp the salmon's edges.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Provides a flavorful kick; adjust for personal spice preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly cracked for best flavor.
For the Avocado Lime Sauce
  • 1 large Avocado Ensure it's ripe for the best texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Can substitute with lemon for a zesty twist.
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Can substitute with non-dairy yogurt.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced is best for maximum flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro Optional; can substitute with parsley.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper; stir well.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry, brush with the Cajun seasoning mixture, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake salmon for 15-20 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Meanwhile, mash avocado until smooth, then mix in lime juice, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  6. Once baked, let the salmon rest, serve topped with avocado lime sauce, and optionally garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover salmon in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat gently to maintain texture.

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