Description
Air Fryer Salmon is a quick and healthy dish featuring tender, flaky salmon with a lightly crisp exterior. Cooked in minutes with simple seasonings, this easy recipe makes a flavorful and convenient meal.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- Lemon wedges (optional garnish)
- Fresh herbs (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for a few minutes.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them on a plate.
- Brush the salmon lightly with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Place the salmon in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
- Garnish with lemon wedges or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- A honey and mustard glaze can be brushed on the salmon for a sweet and tangy variation.
- Add parmesan cheese during the last few minutes for extra richness.
- For extra heat, include chili flakes or cayenne pepper in the seasoning blend.
- If reheating, use the air fryer at a lower temperature to maintain texture.
- Frozen salmon can be cooked in the air fryer with a slightly longer cooking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
