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Air Fryer Salmon

BEST Air Fryer Salmon Recipe


  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

    • 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil

    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

    • ½ teaspoon paprika

    • ½ teaspoon salt

    • ½ teaspoon black pepper

    • Lemon wedges (optional, for garnish)

    • Optional sauces: tartar, yogurt dill, or hot honey


Instructions

    1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

    1. Season salmon and lightly oil each fillet.

    1. Place fillets in the basket, skin-side down.

    1. Cook for 7–10 minutes (depending on thickness).

    1. Use a fork to check doneness—the salmon should flake easily and be opaque throughout.

    1. Optional: Brush glazes like maple or teriyaki during the last 2 minutes to prevent burning.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking. Adjust cook time slightly based on your air fryer model and salmon thickness.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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