Description
Bang Bang Salmon with Avocado Cucumber Salsa is a deliciously vibrant dish that combines tender salmon coated in a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce with a refreshing avocado cucumber salsa. This recipe is quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Enjoy the explosion of flavors and textures that will impress your family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb salmon fillets (skinless)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lime juice (divided)
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place salmon fillets on the baking sheet; season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and 1 tablespoon lime juice until smooth.
- Generously coat each salmon fillet with the bang bang sauce.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- While baking, combine cucumbers, avocado, remaining lime juice, salt, pepper, and cilantro in a bowl for the salsa.
- Serve baked salmon topped with salsa and extra bang bang sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of salmon with salsa (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg