Description
A quick and flavorful baked Cajun salmon served with a creamy, tangy avocado lime sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe balances spicy, smoky salmon with a fresh, creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces/170g each), fresh or thawed frozen, skin-on or skinless
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade with paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup (60ml) Greek yogurt (or sour cream as a substitute)
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- A handful of fresh cilantro (optional)
- 2–3 tablespoons water
- Salt and pepper to taste (for sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease an oven-safe dish.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and rub to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning all over the salmon, making sure each piece is well coated. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, fresh lime juice, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, cilantro (if using), and 2 tablespoons water. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed to reach desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the seasoned salmon on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if it has skin. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Spoon the creamy avocado lime sauce generously over the baked salmon. Garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Pat salmon dry before seasoning for better crust. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Blend sauce until smooth for creamy texture. Watch oven temperature to avoid overcooking. Let salmon rest a few minutes after baking. For crispier skin, sear skin in a hot pan before baking. Sauce can be made up to 24 hours ahead and stored airtight in fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 24
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 34
Keywords: Cajun salmon, baked salmon, avocado lime sauce, quick salmon recipe, healthy salmon, creamy sauce, easy dinner, seafood