Baked Salmon Avocado Feta (Printable)

Quick baked salmon topped with avocado, feta, and herbs. Flavorful, healthy, and ready in less than 30 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salmon Preparation

01 - 4 salmon fillets, skin removed
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh dill, finely chopped
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Black pepper, to taste
08 - Paprika, to taste

→ Avocado-Feta Topping

09 - 1 large avocado, diced
10 - 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, thinly sliced
13 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
14 - Salt, to taste
15 - Black pepper, to taste

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
02 - Combine diced avocado, crumbled feta, chopped dill, and sliced chives in a small bowl. Add half the lemon juice, season with salt and black pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
03 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and arrange in the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, remaining lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped dill. Brush mixture over all salmon fillets and season evenly with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
05 - Bake salmon for 10-12 minutes, until fillets are opaque and flake easily when tested with a fork.
06 - Transfer salmon fillets to plates while hot. Spoon chilled avocado-feta topping over each fillet and serve immediately.

# Recipe Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fast and easy prep for weeknights
  • Deliciously tangy, creamy topping
02 -
  • This dish is gluten-free and high in protein
  • Contains fish and dairy so review ingredient labels if concerned about allergens
03 -
  • Double the avocado-feta topping for extra flavor or side salads
  • Use fresh salmon fillets for best texture
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