Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce
This delightful dish combines bold Cajun spices with creamy avocado lime sauce, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets Fresh, preferably skinless
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling and cooking
Avocado Lime Sauce
- 1 piece ripe avocado Should be soft and ripe
- 1 piece lime (juiced) Provides acidity and flavor
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt For creaminess
- to taste salt and pepper For seasoning
Garnish
- to taste fresh cilantro For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the salmon and rub the Cajun seasoning evenly on top.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
- While the salmon is baking, prepare the avocado lime sauce by blending the avocado, lime juice, sour cream (or yogurt), salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and drizzle the avocado lime sauce over the top.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of freshness and pair with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.