Air Fryer Salmon
A quick and healthy dish that showcases the natural flavors of salmon with a delightful blend of spices, cooked to perfection in an air fryer.
Ingredients
For the salmon
- 2 pieces salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) for added spice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- to taste garnish fresh parsley for garnish
- as needed pieces lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
- Combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
- Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Drizzle the fillets with lemon juice.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes.
- Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin-side down.
- Set the timer for 8 to 10 minutes, checking for doneness.
- Once cooked, remove the salmon from the air fryer and let it rest.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
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Notes
Store leftover salmon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.