Description
Succulent Tuscan salmon dances with Mediterranean flavors in this quick air fryer masterpiece. Rich herbed seasonings and crisp textures promise a delightful culinary escape that lets you savor Italy’s coastal elegance in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 5–6 ounces/140–170 grams each)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh basil (optional)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set air fryer to 375°F, ensuring optimal temperature for perfectly cooked salmon.
- Season salmon fillets generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, coating both sides thoroughly.
- Whisk together heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, red pepper flakes, and olive oil until smooth and well-integrated.
- Arrange salmon fillets in a single layer within the air fryer basket, ensuring no overlap.
- Cascade creamy sauce evenly over salmon, coating each fillet completely.
- Distribute cherry tomatoes and spinach around the salmon, creating a vibrant and flavorful base.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, monitoring closely until salmon turns flaky and reaches desired doneness.
- Extract salmon and vegetables carefully, preserving the accumulated sauce in the basket.
- Drizzle remaining sauce over the fillets to enhance moisture and flavor profile.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a final aromatic touch, then serve immediately alongside complementary side dishes.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time for salmon thickness, with thinner fillets needing less time to prevent drying out.
- Choose high-quality, fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture in this dish.
- Experiment with dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream or nutritional yeast for lactose-intolerant or vegan diets.
- Pat salmon dry before seasoning to ensure crispy exterior and better sauce adherence in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg