Air Fryer Almond-Crusted Salmon Fillets Recipe
2022-01-11- Cuisine: American
- Course: Main Dish, Oven
- Skill Level: Beginner
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- Yield: 4
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 12m
- Ready In: 22m
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Nutritional Info
This information is per serving.
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Calories
404.3 -
Carbohydrates
10.0 g -
Cholesterol
45.0 mg -
Fat
31.0 g -
Fiber
3.0 g -
Protein
25.0 g -
Saturated Fat
3.8 g -
Serving Size
1 -
Sodium
380.0 mg -
Sugar
5.0 g -
Trans Fat
19.0 g -
Unsaturated Fat
4.6 g -
Potassium
200.0 mg
Air fryer almond-crusted salmon fillets recipe. This easy recipe for crusted salmon fillets is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Itโs healthy, gluten-free, and delicious!
Why is this particular recipe for air fryer salmon so popular?
This recipe for air fryer salmon is a popular one, because of its versatility. It can be used for four different dishes in one go. This makes it a great dish to make when you want something new to eat and donโt have time to go through the whole list of recipes.
This recipe for air fryer salmon uses capers and dill as the main ingredients. The fish is marinated in lemony caper sauce before being put in the air fryer basket with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
The dish can be served as an entree or appetizer, either alone or over salad greens or on a bed of potatoes.
What is an almond-crusted salmon fillet?
The best way to prepare a salmon fillet is by using almonds in the crust. The almond crust is light and crispy, and it has a subtle flavor that complements the fish.
Almond-crusted salmon fillets are often called for in upscale restaurants. Almonds are one of natureโs richest sources of Vitamin E, which offers antioxidant protection from free radicals that damage cells and contribute to aging.
What benefits do air fryers offer?
Air fryers are a great alternative to traditional frying. They make cooking healthy foods easier and faster.
Air fryers use hot air to cook food while they lower the temperature of the air inside the oven, which prevents oxidization that comes with smoking and burning food.
Air fryers have a wide range of benefits for cooking healthy foods, but some people are hesitant to buy them because they think it is too expensive. However, when compared with other appliances such as ovens or stoves, it is cheaper in the long run because there is no need for electricity or heating to cook food. Air fryers can also be used indoors without any worry about oil splatters from frying pans.
Air Fryer Almond-Crusted Salmon Fillets Recipe
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Ingredients
- 4 skinless salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Method
Step 1
Preheat your air fryer to 350 F (175 C) for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Pat dry salmon fillets with paper towels. Season with lemon pepper seasoning and place in the air fryer basket.
Step 3
Fry at 350 F (175 C0 for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Step 4
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add almonds and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, for about 3 minutes.
Step 5
Remove fried salmon fillets from the fryer and transfer them to a serving plate. Sprinkle with almonds and chopped dill. Serve hot.