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Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce

A delicious and healthy dish featuring seasoned salmon topped with a creamy avocado lime sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets Use fresh salmon for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust to your spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Used to rub on salmon.
For the Avocado Lime Sauce
  • 1 piece avocado Make sure it is ripe.
  • 1 piece lime (juiced) Freshly squeezed juice for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream Substitute with dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option.
  • Salt and pepper to taste To season the sauce.
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional) Enhances the dish's presentation.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and sprinkle Cajun seasoning evenly over the top.
  3. Place the seasoned salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
  1. Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
  2. While the salmon is baking, prepare the avocado lime sauce by blending the avocado, lime juice, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve the baked salmon topped with avocado lime sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1g

Notes

Baked Cajun Salmon can be served with a side of rice or quinoa, or paired with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for extra nutrition. Drizzle extra avocado lime sauce on top for added flavor.

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