Baked Salmon with Avocado Mash: A Flavor-Packed Dinner Delight

Baked Salmon with Avocado Mash is a healthy, gluten-free dinner recipe that’s quick to prepare and packed with vibrant flavors.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 2 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

2 fillets Salmon fillets Use skin-on for moisture retention.
Salt Enhance flavor; adjust to taste.
1/2 tsp Garlic powder Adds savory depth; easier than fresh garlic.
1/2 tsp Paprika Introduces mild sweetness; can substitute with smoked paprika.
1/8 tsp Cayenne pepper Adds a hint of heat; adjust according to spice preference.
1 tbsp Olive oil Provides moisture; extra virgin preferred.

For the Avocado Mash

2 whole Avocados Ensure they’re ripe for best flavor.
1 whole Lime For zesting and juicing.
Dill Adds herbaceous notes; can replace with tarragon, thyme, or rosemary.
1/2 onion Red onion Contributes natural sweetness and crunch.

Equipment

Baking dish
medium-sized bowl
fork

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for perfect cooking.
Place salmon fillets in a baking dish and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.
Mash the flesh of ripe avocados with a fork in a bowl. Mix in zest and juice of lime, a pinch of salt, and chopped dill. Refrigerate.
Bake salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until flaky and opaque.
Serve salmon topped with avocado mash, a sprinkle of chopped red onion, and dill. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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