Air-Fryer Pistachio-Crusted Sea Bass

Sea bass fillets are crusted in pistachios and panko for a nutty, crunchy exterior in this healthy air-fryer recipe. We use sea bass here, but any other firm white fish like halibut would work just as well. Serve with grains and a side salad.

a recipe photo of the Air-Fryer Pistachio-Crusted Sea Bass served on a platter with greens
Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 4 (4-ounce) skin-on black sea bass, halibut or other firm white fish fillets

  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided

  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided, plus more for garnish

  • ¼ cup whole-milk plain strained yogurt, such as Greek-style

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dried

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ cup finely chopped pistachios

  • ¼ cup whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

  • Watercress & extra-virgin olive oil for serving

Directions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400℉. Coat the air-fryer basket generously with cooking spray.

  2. Pat fish dry; arrange, skin-side down, on a baking sheet. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.

  3. Combine yogurt, dill and garlic powder in a small bowl. Brush the mixture on the tops of the fillets.

  4. Combine pistachios, panko, parsley and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge the yogurt-coated sides of the fillets in the panko mixture, pressing to adhere.

  5. Arrange the fillets in a single layer, panko-sides up, in the prepared basket. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 145℉, 4 to 6 minutes per 1/2-inch thickness of fish.

  6. If you like, serve the fish over watercress, drizzle with oil and sprinkle with additional pepper.

Equipment

Air fryer

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

179 Calories
6g Fat
6g Carbs
24g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 179
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 24g 48%
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 49mg 16%
Vitamin A 397IU 8%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Vitamin D 256IU 64%
Vitamin E 1mg 9%
Folate 13mcg 3%
Vitamin K 32mcg 27%
Sodium 457mg 20%
Calcium 51mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%
Magnesium 60mg 14%
Potassium 417mg 9%
Zinc 1mg 9%
Vitamin B12 1mcg 42%
Omega 3 1g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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