Description
This Cajun Salmon Avocado Lime recipe combines perfectly seared and oven-baked salmon fillets seasoned with bold Cajun spices, topped with a refreshing avocado lime mixture for a vibrant, flavorful, and healthy meal that’s quick to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Avocado Lime Mixture
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 lime (juice and zest)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the salmon after searing.
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to bring out robust flavors.
- Heat the Oil: In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, ready for searing the salmon.
- Sear the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot oil. Sear for about 3-4 minutes until the skin becomes crispy and golden brown.
- Flip the Fillets: Carefully turn the salmon fillets over and cook for an additional 2 minutes to partially cook the other side.
- Bake the Salmon: Transfer the skillet directly into the preheated oven. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Prepare Avocado Lime Mixture: While the salmon bakes, combine the diced avocado, lime juice, and lime zest in a bowl. Gently mix to combine all flavors without mashing the avocado.
- Garnish: Optionally, chop fresh cilantro and fold it into the avocado mixture for a fresh herbal touch.
- Serve: Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Top each fillet with the avocado lime mixture and serve immediately for a deliciously balanced dish.
Notes
- Patting the salmon dry before seasoning helps the seasoning stick better and promotes crispier skin.
- Use an oven-safe skillet to easily transfer from stovetop to oven without changing pans.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning amount based on your preferred spice level.
- For best flavor, use ripe but firm avocados to ensure the topping holds its texture.
- If cilantro is not preferred, you may substitute with fresh parsley or omit entirely.
