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Easy Air Fryer Pistachio Crusted Salmon Recipe

The Best Easy Air Fryer Pistachio Crusted Salmon Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

This Air Fryer Pistachio Crusted Salmon is crispy, nutty, and perfectly cooked in just minutes. It’s a quick, healthy dinner that’s elegant enough for weeknight meals or special occasions.

Ingredients 

  • 4 salmon fillets, skinless or skin-on
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer temperature to 400 degrees F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
  • In a bowl, combine finely chopped 1 cup shelled pistachios, 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt and black pepper.
  • Brush each 4 salmon fillets with 2 tablespoons olive oil, then press the pistachio mixture onto the top of each fillet until evenly coated.
  • Place the salmon fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching.
  • Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the salmon is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
  • Remove from the air fryer and serve hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon or your favorite side dish.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 507kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 41gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 1168mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 196IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 3mg