Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking and a flaky salmon texture.
- Season the salmon:Pat the salmon fillets dry. Rub both sides with olive oil and Cajun seasoning. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake the salmon:Place the salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12–15 minutes until the fish flakes easily.
- Prepare avocado topping:While the salmon bakes, combine diced avocado and lime juice in a bowl. Stir gently to mix.
- Assemble and serve:Top baked salmon with avocado mixture. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with extra lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Use high-quality salmon for best results. For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne to the Cajun seasoning. Serve with quinoa, brown rice, or a Mediterranean salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with topping
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg