Description
Baked Cajun Salmon with Avocado is a flavorful dish that brings together tender salmon fillets and creamy avocado, all infused with zesty Cajun spices. This easy-to-make recipe turns any meal into an occasion, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for casual dinners or festive gatherings, this dish not only looks beautiful on the plate but also delivers a satisfying taste experience in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro), for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Coat a baking dish lightly with olive oil.
- Place the salmon fillets in the dish and drizzle with olive oil. Generously sprinkle Cajun seasoning over each fillet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon is baking, slice the avocados and scoop them into a bowl.
- Plate each salmon fillet alongside avocado slices and drizzle fresh lemon juice over both before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg