Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce: Easy & Delicious
Baked Cajun Salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that features perfectly seasoned salmon fillets paired with a creamy avocado lime sauce.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and Cajun seasoning.
- Place salmon on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork.
- In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix in lime juice, sour cream, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Serve the salmon topped with the creamy avocado lime sauce.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by using more or less Cajun seasoning.
- Serve with a side of rice or salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Baked Cajun Salmon, Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce, Easy Recipes