Print

Crispy Air Fryer Lemon Herb Salmon Patties Recipe with Easy Dill Yogurt Sauce

crispy air fryer lemon herb salmon patties - featured image
Print Recipe

These crispy air fryer lemon herb salmon patties are quick, easy, and flavorful, paired perfectly with a bright and tangy dill yogurt sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual meals, they deliver a satisfying crunch and fresh herb flavor without the mess of frying.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 (14 oz / 400 g) can of wild-caught salmon, drained and flaked
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 small shallot, finely minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing the patties before air frying)
  • For the Dill Yogurt Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Drain the canned salmon well and transfer to a large bowl. Flake it with a fork, removing any large bones if desired.
  2. Add the egg, panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, dill, lemon zest, minced shallot, garlic, and Dijon mustard to the salmon. Season with about 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly until combined.
  3. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick. Add more panko if mixture is too sticky.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  5. Lightly brush both sides of each patty with olive oil.
  6. Place patties in the air fryer basket in a single layer without touching. Cook for 10 minutes, then flip and cook another 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  7. While patties cook, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped dill, honey (if using), and salt and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Serve the salmon patties warm with a dollop of dill yogurt sauce. Garnish with lemon wedges or fresh dill if desired.

Notes

If mixture is too wet, add more panko breadcrumbs to bind. Avoid overmixing to keep patties tender. Do not overcrowd air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed. For gluten-free, substitute panko with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs. Fresh herbs and lemon zest are key for bright flavor. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months. Reheat in air fryer to maintain crispiness.

Nutrition

Keywords: salmon patties, air fryer salmon, lemon herb salmon, dill yogurt sauce, quick dinner, healthy seafood, crispy salmon patties

Find it online: https://gleefulfork.com/crispy-air-fryer-lemon-herb-salmon-patties-recipe-with-easy-dill-yogurt-sauce/