Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
For the Avocado Lime Sauce:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on a lined baking sheet or lightly greased baking dish.
- Season Salmon: Combine Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets, sprinkle seasoning mix evenly on top and sides, and gently rub to coat.
- Bake Salmon: Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F (63°C) internally.
- Make Sauce: While salmon bakes, blend avocados, lime juice, minced garlic, Greek yogurt, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor until smooth. Add a splash of water or extra lime juice if needed for a thinner consistency.
- Serve: Place salmon on plates, drizzle with avocado lime sauce, and garnish with cilantro or parsley. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
For a dairy-free version, replace Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt or blended cashews.
Leftover sauce should be stored in an airtight container and consumed within 1–2 days for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15