Hey, y'all! Making salmon at home doesn't have to be difficult. Have an air fryer? You can have restaurant-quality salmon in a matter of 15 minutes! I'm excited to share the recipe for my Easy Air Fryer Salmon with y'all today. I hope y'all love it!

Easy Air Fryer Salmon

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Easy Air Fryer Salmon Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
• 1 tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• Zest of one fresh lemon
• Fresh lemon wedges, for serving

How to Make Easy Air Fryer Salmon

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for approximately 5 minutes.
2. Use a paper towel to pat the salmon fillets dry completely, removing any excess moisture.
3. Brush both sides of the salmon fillets with extra virgin olive oil. Season the fillets evenly with seafood seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Grate the zest from the fresh lemon over the salmon fillets, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
4. Place the seasoned salmon fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, with the skin-side facing down.
5. Cook the salmon in the air fryer for 7-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the flesh is opaque and easily flakes with a fork.
6. Once cooked, carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
7. Serve the salmon with fresh lemon wedges on the side. Squeeze lemon over the salmon before enjoying!

Pro Tips For Making This Recipe

1. The cooking time can differ based on the thickness of the salmon fillets. Thicker fillets might need a bit more time, while thinner ones may cook faster.
2. Preheating the air fryer is crucial for consistent cooking throughout.
3. Always use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the salmon. Ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 145F.

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Easy Air Fryer Salmon

Easy Air Fryer Salmon

JC Phelps

Making salmon at home doesn't have to be difficult; you're going to love my flavorful Easy Air Fryer Salmon!

5 from 12 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 312 kcal

Equipment

• air fryer

Ingredients

  

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• 4 salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. seafood seasoning such as Old Bay
• 1 tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• zest of one fresh lemon
• fresh lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

 

• Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for approximately 5 minutes.
• Use a paper towel to pat the salmon fillets dry completely, removing any excess moisture.
• Brush both sides of the salmon fillets with extra virgin olive oil. Season the fillets evenly with seafood seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Grate the zest from the fresh lemon over the salmon fillets, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
• Place the seasoned salmon fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, with the skin-side facing down.
• Cook the salmon in the air fryer for 7-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the flesh is opaque and easily flakes with a fork.
• Once cooked, carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
• Serve the salmon with fresh lemon wedges on the side. Squeeze lemon over the salmon before enjoying!

Notes

• The cooking time can differ based on the thickness of the salmon fillets. Thicker fillets might need a bit more time, while thinner ones may cook faster.
• Preheating the air fryer is crucial for consistent cooking throughout.
• Always use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the salmon. Ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 145F.

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 553mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.04gVitamin A: 104IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 2mg

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