Description
Quick and easy air fryer salmon recipe. Enjoy flaky, flavorful salmon in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the salmon fillets. Drizzle with lemon juice.
- Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon is flaky and cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Enjoy with rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your salmon fillets.
- For extra crispy skin, increase air fryer temperature to 400°F for the last 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg