Air Fryer Salmon (Printable)
Quick and flavorful crispy salmon cooked to perfection in the air fryer with a simple lemon-herb seasoning.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Fish
01 - 2 salmon fillets (each 6-7 oz, skin-on or skinless)
→ Marinade & Seasoning
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - ½ teaspoon salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped (optional)
→ To Serve
09 - Lemon wedges
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
02 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
04 - Brush or rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
05 - Place the fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overlapping.
06 - Cook for 7-10 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature reaches 145°F).
07 - Transfer to plates, garnish with fresh dill or parsley if desired, and serve with lemon wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get restaurant-quality crispy skin without any splattering oil on your stovetop
- The entire dinner comes together in 15 minutes, including prep time
02 -
- Overcooked salmon is dry and sad, so check for doneness early rather than late
- The fish will continue cooking slightly after you remove it from the air fryer
03 -
- Room temperature salmon cooks more evenly than cold straight from the fridge
- A digital thermometer takes all the guesswork out of perfectly cooked fish