Easy Air Fryer Lemon Salmon
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
11 mins
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Total Time
16 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
424 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Air Fryer Lemon Salmon
Description
Easy Air Fryer Lemon Salmon uses simple ingredients like olive oil, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and Italian herbs to season the salmon filets. The fish is coated evenly and cooked in an air fryer at 400°F, providing quick, hands-off cooking while maintaining good texture. Lemon slices and juice enhance the flavor profile, balancing the herbs and seasoning. Different cook times allow for preferred doneness, from slightly pink inside to well done.
Serving this salmon right after cooking lets you enjoy its tender flakes and fresh taste. It can be paired with vegetables, rice, or salad as a well-rounded meal. The bright lemon and herb combination complements the natural richness of the salmon without overpowering it.
A flexible cutting board can be used for easily juicing the lemon while slicing. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even heat circulation, which is critical for consistent cooking.
Ingredients
- 4 6 oz salmon filets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sea salt Celtic variety
- 1 tsp black pepper fresh cracked
- 1 lemon sliced into thin rounds
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp italian herbs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, drizzle lemon juice and olive oil over salmon and rub to make sure the salmon filets are evenly coated.
- Season generously with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
- Arrange salmon filets in air fryer basket, making sure they dont touch too much (don"t over crowd the basket, so air can move around salmon easily).
- Arrange lemon slices on and around salmon in air fryer basket.
- Set air fryer to 400 degrees and cook for 10 minutes for salmon with a little bit of red in the middle.
- Cook for 12 minutes for salmon with no red in the middle, 14 for well done salmon or thicker salmon filets.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use a flexible cutting board to catch lemon juice when slicing thin lemon rounds for easier handling.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; leave space for air to circulate around the salmon.
- Adjust cook time depending on preferred doneness: 10 minutes for slightly pink center, up to 14 minutes for well done or thicker filets.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 424 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1salmon filet | |
| Calories | 424kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21g | 124% |
| Cholesterol | 107mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 688mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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