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Air Fryer Salmon You'll Want On Repeat

Air Fryer Salmon You'll Want On Repeat

Perfectly cooked air fryer salmon with a flavorful seasoning that creates a crispy exterior and tender, flaky interior in just minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Air Fryer Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon fillets 6 ounces each, skin-on or skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • 1 lemon sliced for serving

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. This helps achieve a better sear and prevents excess moisture in the air fryer.
  2. Brush both sides of each salmon fillet with olive oil. In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin-side down if using skin-on salmon. Make sure they are not overlapping to ensure even cooking.
  5. Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 8-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets. The salmon is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Remove the salmon from the air fryer and drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve immediately with lemon slices on the side and your favorite vegetables or side dishes.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 34gFat: 19gSodium: 380mg

Notes

For best results, choose salmon fillets that are similar in thickness so they cook evenly. Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - cook in batches if needed. The cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model and the thickness of the fillets, so check for doneness at 8 minutes for thinner fillets.

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