Cajun Salmon Avocado Lime (Recipe for Printing)
This April, enjoy a delicious blend of Cajun spiced salmon with a smooth avocado lime crema. Ideal for light dinners or gatherings. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ For the Cajun Salmon
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2 salmon fillets, 6 ounces each, skin on or off
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2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ For the Avocado Lime Crema
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2 ripe avocados
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1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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1/4 cup fresh lime juice
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2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
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2 to 3 tablespoons water, as needed for thinning
→ To Serve
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Corn or flour tortillas
# How to Make It:
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Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure even cooking and optimal searing results.
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In a small bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to form a paste.
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Rub the seasoning paste thoroughly on both sides of the salmon fillets for full flavor coverage.
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For enhanced flavor, refrigerate the seasoned salmon for at least 15 minutes or up to 30 minutes.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Once hot, place salmon in the skillet, skin-side down if applicable. Sear for 4 to 5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden.
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Flip salmon fillets and continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Ensure internal temperature reaches 145°F.
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange seasoned salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until fully cooked.
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Preheat grill to medium-high and oil grates. Grill salmon fillets for 4 to 5 minutes per side, cooking until just done.
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place salmon in basket and air-fry for 8 to 10 minutes, until opaque and flaking easily.
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Halve avocados, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a blender or food processor. Add sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, minced garlic, salt, and cayenne pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to reach desired consistency.
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Arrange cooked salmon in tortillas and top generously with avocado lime crema. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
# Extra Tips:
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For extra zest, add finely grated lime zest to the avocado crema before blending.