Herb Crusted Salmon With Lemon Rice Pilaf Recipe

American cuisine · 476 calories

Herb Crusted Salmon with Lemon Rice Pilaf recipe

About this recipe

Herb-crusted salmon with lemon rice pilaf is a wholesome and flavorful meal perfect for dinner. The salmon is coated in a fragrant herb mixture and cooked to perfection in an air fryer, resulting in a flaky, succulent texture. Paired with zesty lemon rice pilaf and a side of steamed carrots and green beans, this dish offers a balanced combination of nutrients, including a high protein content to fuel your active lifestyle. The bright, tangy flavors of lemon complement the richness of the salmon, while the fresh vegetables add a satisfying crunch and essential vitamins. Quick to prepare and bursting with vibrant flavors, this American-style dinner is ideal for anyone seeking a healthy, hearty meal to enjoy after a busy day.

Ingredients

  • 230G Mowi Asc Scottish Salmon Fillets
  • 1 Lemon - 1 Each
  • 1 Kg Laila Basmati Rice
  • - Schwartz Flat Leaf Parsley
  • NaN Top Op Suva Dill Seeds
  • 50G Black Garlic Cloves, 50G
  • 125G Grissini Traditional Extra Virgin Olive Oil Breadsticks, 125G
  • 250 Ml Trs Lemon Juice 250Ml
  • 500G Great Scot Vegetable Broth Mix
  • 400G Greenfield Himalayan Salt Fine 400G
  • 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g
  • 100 g Yorkshire English Carrots 100G
  • 350G Love Me Tender Organic Green Beans

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat your air fryer to 180°C for 5 minutes.
  2. 2. Finely chop parsley, dill, and garlic, then mix them with olive oil and lemon juice in a small bowl.
  3. 3. Rub the herb mixture onto the salmon fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  4. 4. Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes until golden and flaky.
  5. 5. Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch, then drain thoroughly.
  6. 6. Heat vegetable stock in a pot, then add the rice and simmer for 15 minutes until tender.
  7. 7. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper into the cooked rice, and fluff with a fork.
  8. 8. Peel and slice the carrots, then trim the ends of the green beans.
  9. 9. Steam the carrots and green beans for 8 minutes until vibrant and tender-crisp.
  10. 10. Arrange the salmon fillets, lemon rice pilaf, and steamed vegetables on plates for serving.