Description
Baked Salmon with Avocado Mash is a deliciously simple dish that combines tender, flaky salmon with creamy avocado for a meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Drizzled with zesty lemon and seasoned to perfection, this dish is ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive gathering with friends. Experience a balance of flavors and textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil, placing the salmon fillets skin-side down.
- Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and season generously with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon bakes, mash avocados in a bowl, adding lemon juice, salt, and cilantro until creamy yet chunky.
- Serve the baked salmon alongside avocado mash, garnished with lemon slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize your avocado mash by adding diced tomatoes or red onion for extra flavor. If using frozen salmon, ensure it's fully thawed before cooking for even results.