Salmon with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Elevate dinner with this irresistible recipe for Salmon with Creamy Avocado Sauce, a healthy yet indulgent meal that's both simple and elegant. Perfectly seared salmon fillets, seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, salt, and pepper, are cooked to golden perfection in olive oil. The real star of the dish is the velvety avocado sauce, a luscious blend of ripe avocado, Greek yogurt, zesty lime juice, fresh cilantro, and garlic, all whipped together for a silky, tangy accent. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is as quick as it is delicious, making it ideal for busy weeknights or dinner parties alike. Serve with a drizzle of the vibrant sauce and garnish with extra cilantro for a presentation that’s as stunning as it is flavorful. Perfect for fans of healthy salmon recipes, creamy avocado combinations, and quick gourmet meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 whole ripe avocado
• 0.25 cups Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 whole garlic clove

Directions

Step 1

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side up in the pan.

Step 3

Cook the salmon for 4-5 minutes on the first side until golden brown. Flip the fillets and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the salmon is cooked through.

Step 4

While the salmon is cooking, prepare the creamy avocado sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, water, and garlic clove. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.

Step 6

Serve the cooked salmon fillets on a plate and spoon the creamy avocado sauce over the top.

Step 7

Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(848.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1481.9

Total Fat 106.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 202mg	0%
Sodium 2798.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 3.1g
Protein 112.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91.0mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 937.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.9%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 6.3%