Bang Bang Salmon: Quick Dinner with a Flavor Explosion

Bang Bang Salmon is a quick, flavorful dish ready in 30 minutes that satisfies even the pickiest eaters.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon Use whole fillets or cut into cubes

For the Bang Bang Sauce

1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a lighter substitute
2 tablespoons Honey
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime juice is best
1 tablespoon Chili Sauce Adjust for desired heat

For the Salad

1 cup Cucumber Chopped
1 medium Avocado Add just before serving
1 cup Edamame Fresh or frozen
2 cups Additional Vegetables e.g. shredded cabbage, green beans

Equipment

Air fryer
Oven
Medium bowl
large bowl

Method

Sauce Preparation

In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and chili sauce until smooth. Reserve a quarter of the sauce for drizzling later.

Preparation of Salmon

Cut salmon into bite-sized cubes and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Cooking the Salmon

Preheat air fryer to 200°C (400°F) and cook salmon cubes for 8-10 minutes until golden brown, or bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes.

Salad Assembly

Chop cucumber, avocado, and any additional vegetables. Combine in a large bowl and drizzle with lime juice.

Serving

Toss cooked salmon in the prepared sauce and plate alongside the salad. Drizzle with reserved sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer or pan for crispy salmon. Adjust sauce ingredients to taste.

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