Craving a restaurant-quality meal that’s ready faster than takeout? This 15-minute salmon is honey-dijon pecan-crusted, and it transforms flaky, tender fillets into a sweet-savoury masterpiece with a crunchy pecan crust. And it’s all done and ready in just 15 minutes! The air fryer works its magic to lock in moisture while caramelizing the honey-Dijon glaze, balanced by fresh dill and zesty lemon.
Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing dinner guests without the fuss. Serve this 15-minute salmon with simple steamed green beans and quinoa for a wholesome, vibrant plate that feels gourmet without the effort. Your taste buds (and schedule) will thank you!
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ingredients
directions
Preheat Air Fryer: Set to 400°F (200°C) and let it heat for 2-3 minutes.
Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, garlic, half the fresh dill, salt, and pepper.
Prep the Salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Brush the glaze generously over the top and sides of each fillet. Press chopped pecans onto the glaze to form a crust.
Cook: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 8–10 minutes, depending on thickness (salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork).
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the remaining fresh dill over the salmon. Serve immediately with steamed green beans and quinoa.
Notes :
Pairing Idea: Drizzle leftover glaze over the steamed green beans or mix into quinoa for added flavour.