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Air Fryer Salmon
Seasoned with bold spices and air fried to crispy perfection this flaky, succulent air fryer salmon comes together in less than 20 minutes! With no oil needed, it's the perfect light, healthy dinner.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
16 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 246 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
For Seasoning Mix
- ½ tsp kosher salt not table salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp paprika
For Salmon
- 1 TB olive oil or melted butter
- 4 salmon fillets 2/3" to 1" thick, about 3x6" width/length per fillet
- Optional Garnishes: freshly chopped parsley, chives, or basil and lemon wedges
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Seasoning Mix ingredients to combine well. Set aside.
- Thoroughly pat dry salmon fillets with clean paper towels to remove as much excess moisture as possible.
- Brush all sides of salmon with olive oil. Sprinkle a thin layer of Seasoning Mix over both sides of salmon fillets, pressing down with clean hands or rubber spatula to ensure seasonings adhere to salmon.
- Place salmon fillets in air fryer, in a single layer, and with enough space in between them to allow for good air circulation. Air fry at 400F for 6-8 minutes, or just until salmon is just cooked – do not over-cook. Carefully transfer salmon to a serving dish and garnish as desired with chopped herbs and lemon slices.
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Notes
- Leftover Seasoning Mix can be used to sprinkle onto cooked salmon, if needed. It can also be used in scrambled eggs or any stir fry dish.
- Kosher salt is much less salty by volume than table salt; if using regular table salt, reduce the amount by half.
- If salmon fillets are closer to 2/3” thick, cook for 6-7 minutes. If they’re at least 1” thick, cook for 8 minutes. Cook time ultimately depends on thickness of fillets and initial temperature of the salmon.
- Serve salmon with Best Broccoli Apple Salad and Wild Rice Pilaf for a deliciously healthy meal.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
246kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
34g
(68%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Cholesterol
94mg
(31%)
Sodium
657mg
(27%)
Potassium
851mg
(24%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
79IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
24mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 246kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 657mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 851mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 79IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.