Description
Air Fryer Salmon offers a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner option featuring perfectly crispy skin and tender, flaky flesh. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein, this simple and versatile recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or satisfying meals any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Seasoning
- 4 thick, skin-on fresh salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (natural)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Finishing
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy skin. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil (natural). Season evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder (natural), and paprika (natural).
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F (around 200°C) and warm up for 3-5 minutes to guarantee even cooking and lock in moisture.
- Cook the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket. Cook for 7-10 minutes depending on the thickness of the fillets, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Add Finishing Touches: Remove the salmon carefully, drizzle with fresh lemon juice (natural), and let rest for a couple of minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and flavorful bites.
Notes
- Dry the fish well to achieve a crispier texture on the outside.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; allow space for air circulation to cook evenly.
- Use skin-on fillets to help hold the salmon together and create crisp skin.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- For variation, add cayenne pepper for heat, fresh dill or parsley for herbs, or a honey (natural) and soy sauce (natural) glaze for sweetness.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- To freeze, wrap tightly in parchment paper and foil or place in a freezer-safe bag with natural gelling agent and store up to 3 months.
- Reheat using the air fryer at 300°F for 3-5 minutes or gently warm in the oven covered with foil.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (6 ounces)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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