Air Fryer Salmon

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  • Prep Time

    2 mins

  • Cook Time

    8 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    276 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Air Fryer Salmon

Air Fryer Salmon offers a straightforward way to cook salmon fillets with a balanced blend of garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, yielding a tender and flavorful piece of fish. Air frying crisps the outside while keeping the inside moist, making it a practical method especially suitable for precise cooking without added fats. The finishing touch of lemon wedges and tartar sauce adds brightness and creaminess, complementing the rich salmon.

Description

Air Fryer Salmon involves seasoning salmon fillets with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, then cooking them in an air fryer at 400°F for about 7 to 9 minutes. The air fryer gently crisps the surface without overcooking, preserving a moist texture inside. This technique allows for quick preparation while achieving even cooking. Lemon wedges served alongside add citrus brightness, and tartar sauce provides a creamy contrast to the seasoned fish.

The recipe suits a straightforward seafood dinner and can be paired with green vegetables or grains. The simplicity of seasoning lets the natural flavor of salmon shine without heavy sauces.

Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days, and the fillets freeze well for up to three months. Thawing overnight in the refrigerator is recommended before reheating or incorporating into other dishes.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • lemon wedges for serving
  • tartar sauce for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Rub each fillet with olive oil and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Place the salmon in the air fryer and air fry for 7-9 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon. Please note, time may vary between air fryers.
  3. Open the basket and check for desired doneness with a fork. You can return the salmon for another 1 or 2 minutes as necessary.

Notes

  • Store cooked salmon in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
  • Frozen uncooked salmon fillets can be kept in an airtight container for up to 3 months and should be thawed in the fridge overnight before cooking.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on your air fryer model; check for doneness with a fork and extend cooking if necessary.
  • Lemon wedges and tartar sauce enhance the flavor when serving.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1fillet Calories 276kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 34g (68%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g (29%) Monounsaturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 94mg (31%) Sodium 366mg (15%) Potassium 852mg (18%) Fiber 0.2g (1%) Sugar 0.05g (0%) Vitamin A 193IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.01mg (0%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 276 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1fillet
Calories 276kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 34g 68%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 94mg 31%
Sodium 366mg 15%
Potassium 852mg 18%
Fiber 0.2g 1%
Sugar 0.05g 0%
Vitamin A 193IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.01mg 0%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%

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

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