Description
Discover how to make ridiculously good air fryer salmon with this incredible ultimate recipe. Learn tips and tricks for achieving perfectly cooked, flavorful salmon in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon (for juicing and zest)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. This step helps achieve a crispier skin.
- Season the Fish: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Brush this mixture over both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Add Lemon Zest: Zest half of the lemon and sprinkle over the fillets for a fresh flavor.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Place the seasoned salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin-side down. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Check for Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for perfectly cooked salmon.
- Add Lemon Juice: Once the cooking is complete, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets for extra zest.
- Garnish: If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture.
- Keep the skin on for moisture retention and a delightful crunch.
- Experiment with different marinades for added flavor.
- Monitor cooking time as it can vary based on fillet thickness.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fillets
- Calories: 367 kcal
- Sugar: Not specified
- Sodium: Not specified
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: Not specified
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: Not specified
- Fiber: Not specified
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: Not specified