Cajun Salmon Avocado Lime: A Flavorful Twist on Healthy Eating
Discover a delicious and healthy recipe for Cajun Salmon Avocado Lime that brings together bold flavors and nutritious ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and Cajun seasoning.
- Place the salmon on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, slice the avocado and drizzle with lime juice.
- Remove the salmon from the grill and serve with avocado on the side.
- Garnish with additional lime juice and minced garlic, if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the Cajun seasoning for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
- Adjust the level of spice by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with avocado
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cajun, Salmon, Avocado, Lime, Healthy Eating