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Cajun Salmon with Creamy Avocado Lime Delight

Experience the vibrant flavors of Cajun Salmon with Avocado Lime, a gluten-free meal that's quick, easy, and packed with healthy fats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh or frozen, skin on or off
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Can be substituted with avocado or canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
For the Avocado Lime Crema
  • 2 ripe Avocados
  • 1 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt Greek yogurt is healthier
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Fresh is best
  • 1/4 cup Chopped cilantro Parsley can be a substitute
  • 1 clove Minced garlic Optional
  • to taste Cayenne pepper Optional
  • as needed tablespoons Water To adjust consistency
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked rice Your choice: white, brown, or cauliflower
  • 1 cup Black beans Drained
  • 1 cup Corn kernels Drained
  • 1/2 cup Chopped red onion
  • 1 cup Diced tomatoes
  • 4 pieces Tortillas Optional
  • 2 cups Shredded lettuce Optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • blender

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a nice sear later.
  2. Preheat your skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together Cajun seasoning, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Rub this mixture all over the salmon fillets.
  5. Optionally, let the seasoned salmon marinate in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes.
  6. Heat the skillet and add a little olive oil.
  7. Place the salmon skin-side down in the pan, cooking for 4 to 5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
  8. Flip the fillets and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
  9. Remove the salmon and let it rest for 3 to 5 minutes.
  10. In a blender, combine avocados, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt.
  11. Blend until smooth, adjusting with water if needed.
  12. To serve, create a base with cooked rice, add toppings, and drizzle the avocado lime crema over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Cajun salmon in the fridge for up to 2 days. For freezing, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.

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