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Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce

Indulge in flaky baked salmon fillets topped with a vibrant avocado lime sauce, combining savory and creamy flavors in one quick, healthy dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Seafood
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces salmon fillets Fresh or thawed from frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Avocado Lime Sauce

  • 1 piece ripe avocado
  • 1 piece lime, juiced
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • to garnish Fresh cilantro For garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Rub salmon fillets with olive oil and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Place salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

Make the Sauce

  • Blend avocado, lime juice, Greek yogurt, and minced garlic in a bowl until smooth.

Serve

  • Serve the baked salmon topped with the avocado lime sauce and garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The sauce is best fresh, so whip up a new batch if you can.
Keyword Avocado Sauce, Cajun Salmon, Healthy Dinner, one-pan meal, Quick Recipe