Description
Cajun Salmon Avocado Lime is a delicious and nutritious dish that combines the spicy, smoky flavors of Cajun-seasoned salmon with a creamy avocado lime crema. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion, this recipe is both healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
skin on or off
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
to taste
2 ripe avocados
1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a healthier option)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 clove garlic
minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
or to taste
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional
for a little kick)
2–3 tablespoons water
to thin to desired consistency
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the Cajun seasoning, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create a paste.
- Rub the Cajun paste all over the salmon fillets.
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon is baking, prepare the avocado lime crema by blending the avocados, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, and cayenne pepper in a food processor or blender. Add water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the salmon topped with the avocado lime crema and your choice of sides.
Notes
Feel free to customize the sides according to your preference. This dish pairs well with rice, beans, or tortillas.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Cajun Salmon, Avocado, Lime, Healthy Recipe, Spicy Salmon