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Baked Cajun Salmon

Delicious Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Baked Cajun Salmon is a flavorful and healthy dish perfect for transforming any weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets salmon Fresh salmon ensures a tender and flaky texture once baked.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning This blend adds a spicy kick that defines the baked Cajun salmon.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Helps to achieve a crispy exterior while keeping the fish moist.
For the Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce
  • 1 avocado A ripe avocado provides a rich, creamy base for the sauce.
  • 1 lime Freshly squeezed lime juice adds brightness and balances the richness of the avocado.
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt Adds a creamy texture and tang, enhancing the sauce’s flavor profile.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning. Dip your salmon fillets in this mixture, coating them thoroughly.
  3. Place the seasoned salmon fillets skin-side down on the lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
  4. Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, checking for doneness at the 15-minute mark.
  5. While the salmon bakes, prepare your creamy avocado lime sauce. In a blender, combine avocado, lime juice, and Greek yogurt, and blend until smooth.
  6. Once your salmon is finished baking, retrieve it from the oven and plate each fillet. Drizzle the creamy avocado lime sauce over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a light salad or roasted veggies for a complete meal.

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