Description
Baked Salmon with Avocado Mash is a delightful dish that brings together perfectly baked salmon fillets topped with a creamy avocado blend. This nutritious meal is not only satisfying but also visually appealing, making it perfect for dinner parties or casual weeknights. With its rich flavors and vibrant colors, this dish will impress your family and friends while being simple enough for novice cooks to master.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Meanwhile, mash the avocados in a bowl with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Remove the salmon from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Top each fillet with a generous scoop of avocado mash and drizzle with olive oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg