Quick Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce
A flavorful and nutritious dish featuring seasoned salmon fillets paired with a creamy avocado lime sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 375kcal
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 pieces salmon fillets Fresh and succulent
- 2 tablespoons zesty Cajun seasoning Bursts with flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Adds richness
- Salt to taste Salt Enhances flavors
- Pepper to taste Pepper Enhances flavors
For the Avocado Lime Sauce
- 2 pieces ripe avocados Creamy and smooth
- 1 piece lime Juicy and tangy, squeezed to perfection
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Season both sides with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Bake salmon in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork and is opaque.
Making the Sauce
- In a blender or food processor, combine avocados, fresh lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
Serving
- Serve salmon topped with a generous spoonful of the avocado lime sauce.
Notes
To intensify the flavors, consider marinating the salmon in Cajun seasoning for 30 minutes before baking. Adjust spice levels according to your palate and add lime zest to the sauce for extra flavor.