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Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce

Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce

This Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce is delicious and quick, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon 6 oz each, skin-on or skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1 whole lime juiced
  • 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Fresh cilantro optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Food processor

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
  5. While the salmon is baking, prepare the creamy avocado lime sauce by blending the avocado, lime juice, Greek yogurt, garlic, and salt in a food processor until smooth.
  6. Serve the baked salmon with the creamy avocado lime sauce drizzled on top and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 32gFat: 21g

Notes

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and can be customized with different toppings or side dishes.

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