Lime-Cilantro Baked Salmon with Avocado Slices

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-14 · Updated 2026-04-14

Salmon fillets baked with zested lime, fresh cilantro, and garlic, served with creamy avocado for a nutrient-rich, easy dinner. This American Whole30 recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, avocado oil, and lime for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 lime, zested and juiced
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: Place 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) on the baking sheet, then brush both sides evenly with 2 tbsp avocado oil.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 1 lime (zested and juiced), 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (finely chopped), 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
4. Step 4: Spread the lime-cilantro mixture evenly over the top of the salmon fillets.
5. Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Step 6: Serve immediately with 1 ripe avocado (sliced) on the side.