Description
Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce is a flavorful and healthy dish that combines the spicy kick of Cajun seasoning with a creamy, zesty avocado lime sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and Cajun seasoning.
- Place the salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 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, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve the baked salmon topped with the creamy avocado lime sauce.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or rice.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg