Description
Tender, flaky salmon glazed with a savory sesame soy mixture, brightened with fresh lime, and topped with juicy pomegranate arils. This Pomegranate, Sesame and Lime Air-Fryer Salmon is quick, vibrant, and perfect for an easy yet impressive meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets, about 6 ounces each
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, and black pepper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and brush generously with the glaze.
- Place the salmon in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the hot salmon immediately after cooking.
- Top with fresh pomegranate arils and serve warm.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Cook just until flaky to prevent dryness.
- Add pomegranate after cooking to keep it fresh and vibrant.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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