Description
Baked Salmon with Avocado Mash is a delightful dish that combines flaky salmon with creamy avocado for a nutritious and satisfying meal. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering a burst of flavor from fresh lime and cilantro. With its vibrant presentation and simple preparation, this dish not only pleases the palate but also makes for an impressive centerpiece at any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Meanwhile, scoop the avocados into a bowl, add lime juice, cilantro, salt, and mash until creamy yet chunky.
- Serve the baked salmon alongside generous dollops of avocado mash. Garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g) with avocado mash
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg