Description
Cajun Salmon Avocado Lime is a zesty, healthy, and flavorful dish with perfectly seasoned salmon and creamy avocado-lime crema. Serve with rice, beans, or in tacos for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- For the Cajun Salmon:
- 2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- For the Avocado Lime Crema:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2–3 tablespoons water, to thin to desired consistency
- For Serving (Optional):
- Cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
- Black beans
- Corn kernels
- Chopped red onion
- Diced tomatoes
- Lime wedges
- Tortillas (corn or flour)
- Shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Rub salmon fillets with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook salmon in oven or skillet for 10–12 minutes, until cooked through and flaky.
- For the avocado lime crema, combine avocados, sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, cayenne, and water in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Serve salmon topped with avocado lime crema and optional sides such as rice, beans, corn, or in tacos with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper for desired heat level.
- Use Greek yogurt for a lighter, healthier crema.
- Perfect for meal prep — salmon and crema can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking / Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American / Cajun