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Air Fryer Salmon

Crispy Air Fryer Salmon in 15 Minutes – Flavorful and Easy!

This Air Fryer Salmon is quick, healthy, and delicious, providing a crispy exterior and tender flaky inside.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets skin-on retains moisture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can use fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt sea or kosher salt preferred
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
For the Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley for garnish
  • 2 wedges Lemon Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by patting the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes.
  4. Place the seasoned salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin-side down, and cook for 8-10 minutes.
  5. Remove the fillets, let them rest for a minute, and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Patting the fillets dry ensures a crispy texture. Season generously for the best flavor.

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