Description

This Baked Cilantro Lime Salmon with Avocado Salsa is a fresh, flavorful, and healthy dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender salmon fillets are marinated in a zesty mixture of lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and cumin, then baked to perfection. Topped with a vibrant avocado salsa combining creamy avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and lime juice, this meal offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes that’s both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

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Salmon Marinade

4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste

Avocado Salsa

1 ripe avocado, diced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
Prepare Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful marinade for the salmon.
Marinate Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the marinade evenly over each fillet ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
Bake Salmon: Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork, indicating it is fully cooked.
Prepare Avocado Salsa: While the salmon is baking, gently combine the diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, chopped cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing carefully to maintain the texture of the avocado.
Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and serve immediately topped with generous spoonfuls of the fresh avocado salsa for a bright, tangy finish.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor in both the marinade and salsa.
Be gentle when mixing the avocado salsa to avoid mashing the avocado.
Salmon can be cooked to your preferred doneness by adjusting baking time slightly.
Feel free to add a pinch of chili flakes to the salsa for a spicy kick.
If fresh cilantro is unavailable, fresh parsley can be a milder substitute.