Description
Healthy Baked Salmon with Avocado & Cotija is a vibrant and nutritious dish that beautifully combines flaky salmon, creamy avocado, and tangy Cotija cheese. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and essential nutrients, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. In just 30 minutes, you can indulge in a delicious meal that delights both your taste buds and your body. Whether served over a bed of greens or alongside roasted vegetables, this dish promises to impress family and friends alike, leaving everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets
- Ripe avocado
- Crumbled Cotija cheese
- Fresh lemon juice
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Place salmon fillets in the dish, drizzle with olive oil, and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily when tested with a fork.
- While the salmon is baking, slice the avocado. Once cooked, top each fillet with avocado slices and crumbled Cotija cheese.
- Serve immediately with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg