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Air Fryer Basil-Parmesan Salmon

I'm obsessed with this Air Fryer Basil-Parmesan Salmon recipe! Making salmon in the air fryer is quick and easy, and the fish comes out so juicy inside.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 289 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • Olive oil spray
  • 4 salmon fillets, skin removed (about 5 ounce each )
  • 1/2 lemon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise (I like Sir Kensington)
  • 6 fresh basil leaves (minced, plus more for garnish)
  • 3 tablespoons grated parmesan or romano cheese

Instructions

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  1. Preheat air fryer to 400F.  Spritz the basket with olive oil.
  2. Preheat the oven to 425F.  Spritz a sheet pan with olive oil.
  3. Season the salmon with lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  4. Season the salmon with lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  5. Mix the mayonnaise with basil and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
  6. Mix the mayonnaise with basil and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
  7. Spread completely over the top of salmon. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
  8. Spread completely over the top of salmon. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
  9. In batches, air fry 7 minutes, or longer depending on thickness of the salmon.
  10. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, depending on thickness of the salmon.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1piece Calories 289kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 1.5g (1%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 18.5g (28%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 92.5mg (31%) Sodium 265.5mg (11%) Fiber 0.5g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 289

% Daily Value*

Serving 1piece
Calories 289kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 1.5g 1%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 18.5g 28%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 92.5mg 31%
Sodium 265.5mg 11%
Fiber 0.5g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.