Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce
A delicious and healthy dish featuring spiced salmon topped with a creamy avocado lime sauce, perfect for quick dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 pieces salmon fillets Choose fresh wild-caught salmon for better flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust the amount according to spice preference.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For drizzling over the salmon.
For the Avocado Lime Sauce
- 1 piece ripe avocado Must be ripe for the best flavor.
- 1 piece lime Juiced.
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream Can substitute with mayonnaise or plant-based yogurt.
- to taste pinch Salt To enhance flavor.
- optional Chopped cilantro For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and sprinkle Cajun seasoning evenly.
Cooking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
- While the salmon is baking, prepare the avocado lime sauce by blending avocado, lime juice, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), and salt until smooth.
- Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and top with the creamy avocado lime sauce.
Serving
- Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve immediately.
- Place each fillet on a plate and drizzle the avocado lime sauce on top.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Avocado lime sauce is best when made fresh.