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Baked Salmon with Avocado & Feta

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This baked salmon with avocado and feta is perfect for a quick and healthy dinner. The salmon is tender, flavorful, and topped with a fresh, creamy avocado-feta mixture that takes it over the top. Ready in less than 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • For the salmon:
  • 4 salmon fillets (skinless)
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Paprika, to taste
  • For the avocado-feta topping:
  • 1 large avocado, diced
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 Tbsp fresh chives, sliced
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a small bowl, mix avocado, feta, dill, and chives. Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry and place them in the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and dill. Brush over the salmon fillets.
  5. Season salmon with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  6. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Serve immediately with avocado-feta topping spooned over each fillet.

Notes

  • Sometimes the avocado-feta topping is doubled, especially when serving with extra sides.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American