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Easy Air Fryer Salmon Recipe

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This easy and flavorful Air Fryer Salmon recipe delivers perfectly cooked, tender salmon with a crispy exterior in just minutes. Seasoned with a simple blend of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, then finished with fresh lemon juice, this healthy dish is an ideal weeknight dinner that pairs well with a variety of sides.

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 6 salmon filets (skin on or skin off)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Garnish

  • 2 fresh lemons (for juice)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. If your air fryer does not have a preheat function, simply run it at 400°F for 10 minutes to ensure proper cooking temperature.
  2. Prepare the salmon: Rub each salmon filet evenly with the olive oil to help the seasoning stick and promote a crispy exterior during cooking.
  3. Season the salmon: In a small bowl, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Sprinkle this seasoning blend evenly over each rubbed salmon filet for a balanced flavor.
  4. Cook the salmon: Place the seasoned salmon filets in the air fryer basket, making sure they are spaced out and not touching. Cook at 400°F for 7-9 minutes until the salmon is opaque, cooked through, and flakes easily with a fork. If needed, cook additional 1-2 minute increments until desired doneness is reached. Cooking in batches may be necessary depending on your air fryer’s size.
  5. Finish and serve: Once cooked, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon for a bright, tangy finish. Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly air-fried salmon.

Notes

  • Salmon can be cooked skin-on or skin-off depending on preference.
  • Adjust seasoning quantities to taste, especially salt and paprika.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the salmon filets and the air fryer model.
  • For best results, use fresh lemons for squeezing at the end.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking.

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