Salmon Rolls with Lemon Basil Ricotta
This dish is bright and refreshing, mixing rich, flaky salmon with a creamy ricotta filling and a crisp touch of asparagus. The lemon-basil flavor keeps each bite lively and balanced, making it perfect for a light seafood night or a weekend gathering.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Toothpicks
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 500 g Salmon fillets center-cut
- 200 g Ricotta cheese fresh
- 100 g Asparagus trimmed, cut to size
- 1 g Lemon for zest and juice
- 5 g Fresh basil chopped
- 15 ml Olive oil for drizzling
- 1 g Salt to taste
- 1 g Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place a scoop of the ricotta mixture and an asparagus spear on each salmon fillet, then roll tightly and secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Drizzle the rolls with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange the rolls in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for about 15 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through and slightly crispy on the outside.
- Let the salmon rolls rest briefly before serving, drizzled with extra lemon juice if desired.
Notes
Tip: Roll the salmon tightly but not too tightly to keep the filling in place. A brief chill in the refrigerator can help maintain their shape.