Airfried Salmon with Lemon Herb Crust
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this quick and flavorful Airfried Salmon with Lemon Herb Crust. This recipe combines tender salmon fillets with a zesty blend of fresh lemon zest, garlic, parsley, and dill, creating a bright and aromatic topping that’s both healthy and packed with flavor. A crispy layer of panko breadcrumbs adds the perfect crunch, all achieved effortlessly in the air fryer in just 10 minutes. Perfect for busy evenings, this dish is not only fast but also requires minimal prep time and cleanup. Serve with fresh lemon wedges for a pop of citrus and enjoy a restaurant-quality meal from the comfort of your home. Whether you're looking for an easy seafood recipe or a healthy air fryer dinner, this dish checks all the boxes!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces (approximately 6 oz each) Salmon fillets
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon, chopped Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Panko breadcrumbs
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Step 3
Grate the zest from the lemon into a small bowl. Cut the lemon into wedges for serving.
Step 4
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add to the bowl with the lemon zest.
Step 5
Add the chopped parsley, dill, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and mix until well combined.
Step 6
Spread the lemon herb mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
Step 7
Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the herb mixture, pressing gently to help them adhere.
Step 8
Carefully place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin side down.
Step 9
Cook the salmon for 8-10 minutes, or until the fillets are cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
Step 10
Once cooked, remove the salmon from the air fryer. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (444.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 833.6 |
| Total Fat 52.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 136.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1545.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.4g | |
| Protein 74.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 49.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 195.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories