Air-Fried Salmon with Spiced Cauliflower Rice & Minted Yogurt Sauce

KetoHigh ProteinLow Carb

A 450-calorie Brunch recipe from MunchInIt. Serves 2. Prep 10 min, cook 15 min.

Ingredients

• 2 (4oz/113g each) salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 cups riced cauliflower
• 1/4 red onion, finely diced
• 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Prep: Pat salmon fillets dry. In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Rub generously over the salmon.
2. Air Fry Salmon: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Air fry salmon for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky, with a crispy skin.
3. Sauté Cauliflower Rice: While salmon cooks, heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced red onion and red bell pepper, sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
4. Add Cauliflower Rice: Stir in the riced cauliflower, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Prepare Yogurt Sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, chopped mint, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.
6. Assemble: Divide the spiced cauliflower rice between two plates. Top each with a crispy air-fried salmon fillet. Drizzle generously with the minted yogurt sauce.