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Baked Cajun Salmon And Avocado Lime Sauce

Baked Cajun Salmon And Avocado Lime Sauce for a Zesty Dinner

This Baked Cajun Salmon and Avocado Lime Sauce is a bold and healthy dinner option that delights the taste buds.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh or thawed fish
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Avocado Lime Sauce
  • 1 medium Ripe Avocado Choose avocados that yield slightly to pressure
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Can substitute with lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Or use sour cream, non-dairy alternatives work too
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper to create a seasoning blend.
  3. Coat the salmon fillets on both sides with the Cajun seasoning mixture and place on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes until it flakes easily.
  5. Meanwhile, prepare the Avocado Lime Sauce by mashing the avocado and mixing in lime juice, Greek yogurt, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  6. Once the salmon is done, serve it with the Avocado Lime Sauce drizzled on top and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the salmon is at room temperature for even baking. Monitor the cooking time closely for the best results.

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