Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potato Wedges
A delectable, healthy dinner featuring tender maple-glazed salmon, caramelized Brussels sprouts, and crispy sweet potato wedges, all prepared in the air fryer for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
- 1 large sweet potato, cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Method
- 1
Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
- 2
In a bowl, mix the maple syrup, salt, and pepper; brush the salmon fillets with the mixture and set aside.
- 3
In another bowl, toss sweet potato wedges with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Place sweet potato wedges in the air fryer basket and cook for 12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- 5
After 12 minutes, add the Brussels sprouts around the sweet potatoes, cook for another 8 minutes (total 20 min for potatoes and 8 for sprouts), shaking the basket halfway once again.
- 6
Place the salmon fillets on top of the cooked sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, and air fry for an additional 8-10 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
- 7
Let the salmon rest for 2 minutes after cooking. Meanwhile, plate the sweet potato wedges and Brussels sprouts first, then top with the salmon fillet.
- 8
Garnish with chopped parsley and a drizzle of remaining maple glaze if desired.
Swaps & variations
- Use honey instead of maple syrup for a different sweetness
- Replace Brussels sprouts with asparagus or green beans
- Swap sweet potatoes for regular potatoes or carrots
Storing & freezing
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for about 5-7 minutes.
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