Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce Recipe
This Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce is a flavorful and healthy dish combining perfectly seasoned salmon fillets baked to tender perfection with a creamy, tangy avocado lime sauce. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or impressing guests with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salmon
- 4 fillets salmon (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (Adjust to spice preference)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Avocado Lime Sauce
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (Or sour cream)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the salmon evenly and efficiently.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent the salmon from sticking.
- Make Cajun Oil Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until the mixture is fully blended, creating a flavorful coating for the salmon.
- Season Salmon: Place the salmon fillets on the lined baking sheet. Brush both sides of each fillet generously with the Cajun oil mixture, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor.
- Bake Salmon: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the salmon for 15-20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Prepare Avocado Lime Sauce: While the salmon bakes, mash the ripe avocado in a bowl until smooth. Add lime juice, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until creamy and well combined.
- Rest Salmon: After baking, remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to retain juices and enhance flavor.
- Serve: Plate the baked salmon fillets and drizzle generously with the avocado lime sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired for added freshness and color.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning quantity based on your preferred spice level.
- Using parchment paper makes cleanup easier and prevents sticking.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with a dairy-free sour cream alternative.
- Make sure to use ripe avocado for a creamy sauce without lumps.
- Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and has an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
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