Air Fryer Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
277 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
International
Air Fryer Salmon
Description
Air Fryer Salmon involves lightly oiling salmon fillets and applying a spice rub of paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Air frying at 400°F cooks the fish evenly, producing a slightly crisp exterior while keeping the flesh moist and flaky inside. The relatively short cook time suits fillets approximately 2 inches thick.
Serving the salmon with lemon wedges and tartar sauce adds brightness and a creamy tang that complements the mild, spiced fish. The recipe accommodates fresh or fully thawed frozen salmon and can be cooked in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Patting the fish dry before seasoning helps achieve better seasoning adherence and crust formation. Marinating the fillets for an hour or two before cooking can intensify flavor but is optional. Cooking times may vary based on fillet thickness and air fryer model.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon boneless, fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°
- Pat the salmon filets dry with paper towel
- Rub the salmon fillets all over with olive oil
- Sprinkle the fillets with paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper and rub the seasonings into the flesh.
- Place fillets, without crowding, in a single layer in the air fryer basket
- Cook 8-10 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve with lemon wedges and tarter sauce.
Notes
- Thaw frozen salmon completely before cooking to ensure even results.
- Cut fillets into evenly sized portions for consistent cooking.
- Pat salmon dry with paper towels before oiling and seasoning to improve flavor adherence and texture.
- Marinating the salmon with oil and seasonings for 1-2 hours enhances taste but is optional.
- Cooking time depends on fillet thickness and air fryer model; adjust accordingly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 277 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 277kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 366mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 857mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 316IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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