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Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime Sauce

This easy baked salmon recipe features Cajun seasoning and creamy avocado lime sauce, delivering bold flavors in a quick meal that's perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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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, Cajun
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 pieces Salmon fillets About 1 inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Use more or less depending on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Olive oil For greasing the baking sheet
For the Avocado Lime Sauce
  • 1 ripe Avocado Make sure it’s well mashed
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Freshly squeezed is best
  • 2 tablespoons Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream for a similar tang, or olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro Chopped, for flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with Cajun seasoning.
  3. Place on a greased baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Bake salmon for 10-15 minutes, until just cooked through.
  2. While the salmon bakes, prepare the avocado lime sauce by blending avocado, lime juice, yogurt, garlic, and cilantro until smooth.
  3. Remove the salmon from the oven and serve with the avocado lime sauce on top.

Notes

The salmon is versatile; it can be easily doubled for guests or can be stored for leftovers. Leftover salmon can be reheated gently to maintain moisture. Pair with garlic rice, roasted vegetables, or salad for a complete meal.