Baked Cajun Salmon With Avocado Lime Sauce
This Baked Cajun Salmon is seasoned with a spicy Cajun blend and baked to perfection, then topped with a creamy Avocado Lime Sauce. It's a healthy and flavorful dish perfect for dinner.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper optional
- 2 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon 6 oz each
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning Adjust to spice preference.
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 lime juiced
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt Or sour cream.
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro Chopped, optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush both sides of the salmon with the Cajun oil mixture.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon is baking, prepare the Avocado Lime Sauce. In a mixing bowl, mash the avocado until smooth.
- Add the lime juice, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), minced garlic, salt, and pepper to the mashed avocado. Whisk until well combined and creamy.
- Once the salmon is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the salmon with a generous drizzle of the Avocado Lime Sauce on top. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.
Notes
Adjust the Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
This dish pairs well with a side of rice or a fresh salad.
Leftover sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.