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Air Fryer Salmon on ceramic plate with lemon wedges and fresh herbs
Joe Rooney

Air Fryer Salmon: Simple Delicious Recipe You'll Love

This Air Fryer Salmon is crispy on the outside, tender and flaky inside, and packed with flavor. It’s a quick and healthy meal ready in under 15 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper if using.
  4. Brush the salmon fillets with the olive oil and spice mixture on all sides.
  5. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket.
  6. Cook for 8-10 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon is crispy outside and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Squeeze lemon juice over the cooked salmon.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Adjust cayenne pepper according to your spice preference. Leftover salmon can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.