Easy Honey Mustard Sockeye Salmon – Healthy, Flavorful & Quick Dinner
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My air-fried Honey Mustard Sockeye Salmon with crispy Brussels sprouts and fluffy white rice is a flavorful, nutritious meal. It’s quick, easy, and packed with health benefits. If you want a simple yet gourmet meal that supports a healthy lifestyle, this is perfect!
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Why I Love This Dish
The sweet-tangy honey mustard glaze on the sockeye salmon creates a beautiful caramelization, while the salmon stays tender and flaky inside. Pairing the salmon with air-fried Brussels sprouts gives the meal a wonderful textural contrast. The Brussels sprouts get perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, absorbing the honey mustard sauce to complement the salmon’s rich flavor. This is the air-fryer I use!
The base of fluffy white rice ties the dish together, providing a neutral canvas that soaks up any extra sauce and balances the bold flavors. It’s one of those meals that feels indulgent, but is actually packed with good-for-you ingredients.
Health Benefits of Sockeye Salmon
Sockeye salmon is a nutritional powerhouse. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health, brain function, and reduce inflammation. These healthy fats help lower the risk of heart disease and boost cognitive function. Sockeye salmon also provides high-quality protein. This makes it great for muscle recovery, especially if you work out often.
This fish is full of essential vitamins and minerals like Vitamin D, B vitamins, and selenium. Vitamin D helps keep bones strong and supports the immune system. B vitamins turn food into energy and support metabolism. Selenium acts as a powerful antioxidant to protect cells from damage.
Why Brussels Sprouts Are a Super Veggie
Brussels sprouts are often underrated. Yet, they are a nutrient-packed star of this meal. These small green cruciferous vegetables provide plenty of fiber. Fiber helps digestion and keeps your gut healthy. They also have lots of vitamins C and K. Vitamin C boosts your immune system and works as an antioxidant. Vitamin K supports bone health and helps blood clot.
Brussels sprouts also contain compounds with anti-inflammatory and cancer-fighting effects. Adding them to your diet boosts nutrients and supports long-term health.
Why You’ll Love Air Frying
I love using the air fryer for this recipe because it gives the salmon a perfectly crispy glaze and ensures the Brussels sprouts turn out irresistibly crispy. Air frying also uses minimal oil, making it a healthier cooking method while still giving you that roasted, golden-brown finish we all crave.
A Balanced, Flavorful Meal
This meal hits all the marks: delicious, nutrient-dense, and satisfying. Whether you’re prepping it for a weeknight dinner or enjoying it after a workout, the combination of protein, fiber, and healthy fats will keep you full and energized.
Air Fryer Honey Mustard Sockeye Salmon
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
- 1 Microwave
- 1 Shallow Baking Dish for marinade
- 1 Small Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 6 oz Sockeye Salmon
- 1/2 cup White Rice
- 8 Brussel Sprouts
Honey Mustard Marinade
- 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tbsp Wholesome Yum Keto Honey Substitute
- 1/2 tsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Minced Garlic
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
- Salt & Pepper
- Lemon slices or wedges and parsley for garnish
Honey Mustard Dip
- 1/2 tbsp 0% Greek Yogurt Plain
- 1/2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1/2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Keto Honey Substitute
- 1/2 tsp Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Whisk marinade in a small bowl
- Place salmon in a shallow baking dish, season with salt & pepper and brush the marinade over both sides. Let marinade for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Set your air fryer to 400
- Spray air fryer with olive oil spray and place salmon in skin down
- Put your brussel sprouts into the dish with marinade that your salmon was in and toss.
- Put your brussel sprouts in the air fryer with the salmon and cook for 8 minutes.
- Whisk up your dip in a small bowl and set aside.
- Cook your rice (I used microwaveable) while your salmon and sprouts are cooking.
- When everything is cooked, assemble your bowl and top with parsley and add the dip and lemon slices on the side.
Notes
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