Baked Salmon Cajun Lime (Printable)

A flavorful salmon dish featuring Cajun spices and lime for a quick, healthy meal.

# What You Need:

→ Fish

01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin on or off as preferred

→ Seasoning

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
04 - 1/2 tsp salt, adjust to taste
05 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Citrus & Garnish

06 - 1 lime, juiced
07 - 1 lime, sliced for garnish
08 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the prepared tray.
03 - Combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Evenly brush or rub onto the salmon fillets.
04 - Squeeze the juice of one lime evenly over the seasoned salmon.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is opaque in the center.
06 - Top with lime slices and chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's genuinely ready in 25 minutes, which means weeknight dinners feel a lot less stressful.
  • The Cajun seasoning does all the heavy lifting, so you don't need a dozen ingredients or advanced skills.
  • Salmon gets this beautiful, slightly crispy exterior while staying tender inside, and the lime keeps everything from feeling heavy.
02 -
  • Don't skip drying the salmon—wet fish won't get that subtle crust, and the seasoning will slide right off.
  • Cooking times vary wildly depending on your oven, so start checking at 12 minutes; overcooked salmon turns to dry disappointment in about 30 seconds.
  • The lime juice isn't just for flavor; it actually helps the seasoning adhere and prevents the spices from burning on top.
03 -
  • Line your tray with parchment paper and cleanup becomes almost nothing—a win in my book when you've already spent energy on cooking.
  • If your oven runs hot or cool, adjust the time by a couple of minutes, but always rely on visual cues (the flake test) rather than strict timing.

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