Salmon Air Fryer Recipe
This healthy, easy salmon air fryer recipe delivers crispy, delicious seafood dinner in under 20 minutes—no oven fuss, just simple ingredients and unbeatable flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, skin on or off)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil for higher smoke point)
- 1 lemon zested and juiced (about 2 tbsp juice)
- 2 garlic cloves finely minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (kosher salt works too)
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or cilantro)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Pat dry salmon fillets with paper towels.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Brush or spoon the marinade evenly over each fillet, coating both sides.
- Arrange fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 8–10 minutes.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Thicker fillets may need additional cooking time. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcal
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