Air Fryer Salmon Fish Sandwich
Looking for a nutritious twist on a classic fish sandwich packed with omega-3 fatty acids? Give this Air Fryer Salmon Sandwich topped with zesty lemon-caper mayo a go!
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Ingredients
- 6 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 16 ounces skinless salmon fillet
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 large egg whites
- 4 butter lettuce leaves
- 1 cup seasoned panko*
- 2 tablespoons drained capers
- Olive oil spray
- 4 whole wheat buns
Equipment Needed
- Air Fryer
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, mix together the ingredients for the Lemon-Caper Mayo and place it in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve.
- 2
Use a paper towel to gently dry the salmon fillets. Cut the salmon into four pieces, each measuring approximately 4 x 4 inches. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- 3
In a shallow dish, pour in the egg whites.
- 4
In another shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- 5
Take each piece of salmon and first coat it in the egg whites, then roll it in the panko mixture. Set the coated fish aside.
- 6
Lightly coat the air fryer basket with oil. Arrange the salmon pieces in the basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary.
- 7
Mist the tops of the salmon with oil and air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 8
Assemble the sandwiches by placing the cooked fish on buns, adding lettuce, and distributing the sauce evenly.
Nutrition Information
Notes & Tips
- No air fryer, no problem! Bake in a preheated oven 400 12 to 14 minutes, turning halfway.
- Check labels for gluten-free.
- *NOTE 1/4 CUP GETS TOSSED AFTER