Description
This delicious Cajun salmon is topped with a creamy avocado lime sauce for a refreshing twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets salmon
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 avocado
- 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: If you’re using frozen salmon, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water. Pat the fillets dry with a paper towel.
- Season the salmon: In a small bowl, mix together Cajun seasoning with olive oil. Rub this mixture generously over both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Cook the salmon: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the salmon fillets, skin side down if applicable. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Remove from heat and let it rest.
- Prepare the avocado lime sauce: While the salmon is cooking, cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Add the juice of lime, a pinch of salt, and mash until creamy but still chunky. Stir in some chopped cilantro for added flavor.
- Plate the dish: Place the salmon on a serving plate and generously top it with the avocado lime sauce. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- For added spice, adjust the cayenne pepper to your liking.
- This dish pairs well with rice or a fresh garden salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg