Herb Crusted Air Fried Salmon With Lemon Rice Recipe

About this recipe

Indulge in this delectable herb-crusted air-fried salmon with lemon rice, an English-inspired dinner that's both nutritious and satisfying. Perfectly seasoned salmon fillets are air-fried to crispy perfection, while the aromatic lemon rice adds a refreshing zest to complement the dish. Packed with 38g of protein, this meal is ideal for muscle recovery or maintaining energy levels. The fresh parsley and dill amplify the flavor profile, making it vibrant and aromatic. With just 35 minutes of total cooking time, this high-protein, dairy-free meal is perfect for busy evenings. Serve with a garnish of fresh herbs for a touch of elegance and enjoy a balanced, delicious dinner with comforting flavors.

Ingredients

• 230G Mowi Asc Scottish Salmon Fillets
• 1 Lemon - 1 Each
• NaN Tilda Long Grain Rice
• - Biona Capers In Olive Oil
• 50G Black Garlic Cloves, 50G
• - Schwartz Flat Leaf Parsley
• NaN Top Op Suva Dill Seeds
• 400G Greenfield Himalayan Salt Fine 400G
• 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then set aside to drain.
2. 2. Chop the parsley and dill finely, mince the garlic, and zest the lemon, keeping the zest aside.
3. 3. Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil, minced garlic, half the lemon zest, salt, and pepper, coating evenly.
4. 4. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (355°F) for 3 minutes while preparing the rice.
5. 5. In a pot, combine the rice, water, remaining lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 12 minutes.
6. 6. Place the seasoned salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin-side down, and cook for 10 minutes at 180°C.
7. 7. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and mix in the chopped parsley, dill, and juice from half the lemon.
8. 8. Remove the salmon from the air fryer and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
9. 9. Serve the salmon fillets on top of the lemon rice, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

How to make Herb Crusted Air Fried Salmon With Lemon Rice

1. Prep the rice and herbs. Rinse the rice under cold water until it runs clear and leave it to drain. Finely chop the parsley and dill, mince the garlic and zest the lemon, keeping the zest aside.
2. Season the salmon. Rub the salmon fillets evenly with olive oil, the minced garlic, half the lemon zest, salt and pepper. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (355°F) for 3 minutes.
3. Simmer the lemon rice. Combine the rice, water, remaining lemon zest and a pinch of salt in a pot. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 12 minutes.
4. Air fry the salmon. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes at 180°C. Meanwhile, fluff the cooked rice and mix in the parsley, dill and juice of half the lemon.
5. Rest and serve. Remove the salmon from the air fryer and let it rest for 2 minutes. Serve the fillets on top of the lemon rice, garnished with extra parsley if you like.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Herb Crusted Air Fried Salmon with Lemon Rice take to make?

About 35 minutes, with 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking.

Is Herb Crusted Air Fried Salmon with Lemon Rice vegetarian?

No, it is not vegetarian because it is made with salmon fillets rubbed with olive oil, minced garlic and lemon zest.

Should salmon go skin-side down in the air fryer?

Yes, skin-side down protects the flesh from the direct heat and keeps it moist, while the garlic and lemon zest on top turn lightly golden.

How do I stop air fried salmon drying out?

Rub it with olive oil, avoid overcooking and let it rest for 2 minutes. It is ready when it flakes easily but still looks moist in the centre.

How do I make the rice more lemony?

Cook the rice with lemon zest in the water, then finish with fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley stirred through just before serving.