Easy Air Fryer Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
13 mins
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Servings
4 portions
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Calories
272 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Air Fryer Salmon
Description
This recipe begins by marinating salmon portions in a mixture of lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, soy sauce, and minced garlic, allowing the flavors to permeate the fish. Each fillet is then seasoned evenly with salt, black pepper, and paprika to add a mild heat and color.
After preheating the air fryer to 400°F, the salmon is placed in a lightly oiled basket and cooked for 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness, until it reaches a safe internal temperature and flakes easily. The air frying method produces juicy salmon with a delicate exterior crispness without drying it out.
Freshly minced dill is sprinkled on top just before serving, adding herbal notes that complement the lemon and paprika. Lemon slices garnish the dish, offering additional citrus aroma and a bright contrast to the rich salmon. The dish is best served immediately to preserve its textures and warmth.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon about 6 ounces each, skin-on or skinless, portions
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons garlic about 2 cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons dill minced fresh
- lemon for serving (optional, slices
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, combine 4 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 2 teaspoons minced garlic.
- Add 4 salmon portions to the dish and flip to coat both sides in the marinade.
- Sprinkle each portion evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon paprika.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius) for 5 minutes.
- Spritz the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Place salmon portions in a single layer in the basket.
- Cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius) for 8 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the filets, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit (63 degrees Celsius) and the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove salmon from the air fryer and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill.
- Serve immediately, garnished with lemon slices if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4portions
Amount Per Serving
Calories 272 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4ounces | |
| Calories | 272kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 622mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 927mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 764IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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