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Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Salmon Recipe with Easy Lemon Dill Sauce

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A quick and easy air fryer salmon recipe featuring a crispy parmesan crust paired with a bright and creamy lemon dill sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish delivers a satisfying crunch and fresh flavors in under 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on, boneless salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 100 g), freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (about 60 g), preferably Japanese-style
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (about 120 g), can substitute sour cream or dairy-free yogurt
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika for the crust

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine grated Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add smoked paprika or cayenne if desired.
  2. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Brush each fillet lightly with olive oil (about 1/2 tbsp per fillet).
  3. Press the salmon fillets, skin-side down, into the parmesan breadcrumb mixture, coating the top and sides firmly.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Place the crusted salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the crust is golden and salmon flakes easily. Add 1-2 minutes for thicker fillets if needed.
  6. While salmon cooks, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped dill, honey, salt, and pepper to make the lemon dill sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Remove salmon from air fryer, plate skin-side down to keep crust intact, and serve with lemon dill sauce drizzled or on the side.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before coating to ensure crust sticks well. Brush olive oil on fillets for a golden crust. Avoid overcrowding air fryer basket to maintain crispiness. If crust isn’t crispy enough, air fry for an additional 1-2 minutes. Can bake in oven at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes if no air fryer is available.

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Keywords: salmon, air fryer, parmesan crusted salmon, lemon dill sauce, quick dinner, healthy salmon recipe, crispy salmon, weeknight dinner

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