Pan-Seared Saffron Salmon with Roasted Fennel & Citrus Herb Salad
Enjoy a quick, elegant meal featuring air-fried saffron-infused salmon fillets, paired with caramelized fennel and a refreshing citrus herb salad. This gluten-free dish is packed with flavor and perfect for a healthy dinner in under 15 minutes.
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on, 6 oz each)
- 1 large fennel bulb (thinly sliced)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp saffron threads
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 cup orange segments
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Rub salmon fillets with 2 tbsp olive oil, saffron threads, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and black pepper.
⏱️ 1 minute 🌡️ 400°FToss sliced fennel with remaining olive oil and a pinch of salt. Arrange fennel in air fryer basket and cook for 5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 minutes 🌡️ 400°FAdd salmon fillets skin-side down on top of fennel. Air-fry for an additional 7 minutes until salmon is cooked through and fennel is caramelized.
⏱️ 7 minutes 🌡️ 400°FWhile salmon cooks, combine orange segments, lemon zest, parsley, and dill in a bowl to make the citrus herb salad.
⏱️ 2 minutesServe air-fried salmon and fennel with a generous spoonful of citrus herb salad on the side.
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Nutrition Information
Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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