Mediterranean Diet Airfried Salmon with Lemon Herb Crust
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and healthy Mediterranean Diet Airfried Salmon with Lemon Herb Crust. Featuring tender salmon fillets coated in a zesty lemon-herb mixture and topped with a golden Parmesan-panko crust, this recipe is an explosion of flavor and texture. Using an air fryer ensures a crisp topping while keeping the salmon moist and flaky—without excess oil. With fresh parsley, dill, garlic, and a squeeze of citrus, this dish captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine, perfect for a heart-healthy meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Serve with a wedge of lemon for added brightness, or pair with a simple side salad for a light, wholesome feast. Ideal for busy evenings yet sophisticated enough for entertaining, this easy air fryer recipe guarantees crowd-pleasing results every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 1 large lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Finely chop the fresh parsley and dill. Grate the zest off the lemon and then juice it.
In a small bowl, mix the parsley, dill, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Add the olive oil and lemon juice to the herb mixture, stirring until well combined.
In another bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
Pat dry the salmon fillets with a paper towel. Brush the top of each fillet with the herb and lemon mixture.
Press the breadcrumb mixture onto the tops of the salmon fillets, ensuring an even, light coating.
Place the salmon fillets in the basket of the air fryer, ensuring they are not overlapping.
Air fry the salmon for 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Serve immediately with a wedge of the remaining lemon for extra zest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.3 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 3280 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 117.3 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 213 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
