Savory Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce
This Baked Cajun Salmon recipe is a delightful way to bring magic into your kitchen. Simple ingredients create a flavor-packed, healthy meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Oven
- baking sheet
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 fillets salmon choose fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adds a zesty kick that perfectly complements the salmon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil helps the seasoning adhere and keeps the fish moist during baking
For the Creamy Sauce
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt provides a rich, creamy base that's healthier than sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice adds a refreshing tang that balances the richness of the sauce
- 1 avocado mashed enhances the creaminess while adding healthy fats
- 0.25 teaspoon salt brings out the flavors in the sauce and highlights the freshness of the ingredients
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the four salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet with space in between. Drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil over each fillet.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning over the salmon fillets and rub it into the flesh.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until it flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon is baking, mix together ½ cup of Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 mashed avocado, and ¼ teaspoon of salt in a bowl.
- When the salmon is done, top it with the creamy avocado lime sauce and serve.
Notes
Use fresh salmon fillets for the best flavor. Prepare the sauce while the salmon is baking to save time.
Nutrition
Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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