Air Fryer Salmon Recipe
This easy Air Fryer Salmon Recipe is a healthy, quick, and tasty dinner idea that brings juicy, flaky salmon to your table in under 20 minutes. Crispy exterior, tender interior, and flexible seasoning options make it a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets skin on or off about 6 oz each, choose wild-caught Atlantic or King salmon
- 1 tsp garlic powder (or 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced)
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed, approx. half a lemon)
- Substitutions & Tips:
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Dry skin equals crispiness—don’t skip this step.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salmon and coat evenly by using your fingers.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes to ensure the basket is hot.
- Place fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, skin-side down if using skin-on salmon. Cook for 7–9 minutes depending on thickness.
- Check doneness by gently pressing the top of a fillet. Transfer to a plate, drizzle with lemon juice, and sprinkle dried dill or parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Flash-freeze individual fillets for up to 1 month. Warm leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes to revive crispness. Season salmon the night before for a quick cook the next day.
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