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Baked Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce

A delightful dish featuring salmon fillets baked to perfection and topped with a creamy, zesty avocado lime sauce. Perfect for impressing family and friends with minimal effort!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Creole
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 fillets salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ripe avocado Use fresh for the best flavor
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Adjust to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Vegetables or rice for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the salmon fillets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  3. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle Cajun seasoning over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Cooking
  1. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.
  2. While the salmon is baking, prepare the creamy avocado lime sauce by blending the avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and serve it topped with the avocado lime sauce.
  4. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve alongside your favorite vegetables or rice.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for about 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating. Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preferences.