Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Cream
A flavorful dish featuring succulent salmon fillets seasoned with bold Cajun spices and topped with a creamy avocado lime sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 lime (juice and zest)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub each salmon fillet with olive oil and coat with Cajun seasoning.
- Place the fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Combine avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and pepper in a blender; blend until smooth.
- Remove salmon from the oven and top with avocado crema. Garnish and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality fresh salmon and adjust the Cajun seasoning to your spice preference. Pair with a side of quinoa salad or steamed asparagus.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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