Description
Experience the delightful harmony of crispy skin and tender, flaky salmon in this quick and healthy air fryer recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (approximately 6 oz each)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about five minutes.
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat dry the salmon fillets with paper towels to eliminate excess moisture.
- Season Generously: Drizzle olive oil over each fillet, sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and lemon juice.
- Place in Air Fryer: Carefully position the seasoned salmon fillets in the air fryer basket skin-side down, allowing space between them.
- Cook Until Perfect: Cook for 8-10 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the golden fillets onto plates and garnish with fresh dill or parsley along with an extra squeeze of lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate salmon for up to two hours before cooking. Substitute honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness. Feel free to add minced garlic or chili flakes for additional flavor variations.