Herb and Dijon Salmon

Dijon mustard

🥗Healthier: whole grain mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Whole grain mustard offers a similar flavor with added texture.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable and frozen herbs can be more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout fillets

💰Cheaper: canned salmon

Canned salmon is a cost-effective alternative with a similar taste.

Dry the salmon fillets with paper towels.

Season the salmon with kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper on top.

Spread about 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard evenly over the salmon.

Chop fresh dill, flat leaf parsley, and fresh mint finely.

Cover the salmon with about 1/3 cup of the chopped fresh herbs.

Drizzle olive oil over the herbs on the salmon.

Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper.

Place the salmon in the lined air fryer basket.

Air fry the salmon at 375°F for about 7 minutes, checking for doneness.

If needed, air fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon is flaky.

While the salmon cooks, prepare the cucumber salad by cutting the English cucumber into quarters and slicing it into small pieces.

Slice orange bell pepper into strips and add to the salad bowl.

Slice cherry tomatoes into rounds and add to the salad bowl.

Slice a small amount of red onion and add it to the salad bowl.

Chop fresh dill and add it to the salad bowl.

Squeeze lemon juice over the salad, add a pinch of salt, and fresh cracked pepper.

Drizzle olive oil over the salad and mix everything together.

Set the salad aside until the salmon is done.

Check the salmon for doneness; it should be flaky to the touch.

Use a spatula to transfer the salmon to a plate.

Serve the salmon with the cucumber salad on the side.

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