Baked Salmon with Avocado Mash for a Fresh Flavor Boost

This Baked Salmon with Avocado Mash is a quick, healthy dinner option that combines flaky salmon and creamy avocado for a delightful meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American, Healthy

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon skin on for moisture retention
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper
0.5 tsp Garlic Powder adds depth without the fuss of fresh garlic
0.5 tsp Paprika try smoked or sweet variations
0.125 tsp Cayenne Pepper introduces a hint of heat
1 tbsp Olive Oil opt for extra virgin

For the Avocado Mash

2 Avocados ensure they're ripe for best texture
1 Lime use for both zest and juice
Dill substitute with tarragon, thyme, or rosemary if desired
0.5 onion Red Onion white onion can be an alternative

Equipment

oven
Baking Dish
mixing bowl
Fork

Method

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
Season the salmon fillets skin-side down in the baking dish with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and drizzle with olive oil.
In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocados and mix in lime zest, lime juice, a pinch of salt, and finely chopped dill. Cover and refrigerate.
Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes until opaque and flaky.
Serve the salmon topped with avocado mash and garnish with red onion and dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your salmon fillets are of uniform size for even cooking. Choose ripe avocados for better texture in the mash. Prepare avocado mash just before serving to prevent browning.

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