Description
Air Fryer Salmon (Under 10 Minutes!) – Seafood is a quick, healthy, and flavorful recipe that delivers perfectly flaky, tender salmon fillets with crispy edges. Ready in under ten minutes, this low-carb, high-protein dish is ideal for busy weeknights or clean eating meal plans. With simple seasoning and minimal cleanup, it’s a must-try seafood recipe for air fryer enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets: rich in omega-3s and provide a tender, flaky texture
- 1 tablespoon olive oil: keeps the salmon moist and helps seasoning adhere
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder: adds savory depth without burning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika: enhances color and adds mild sweetness
- 1/2 teaspoon salt: balances and brings out natural flavors
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper: adds subtle heat and aroma
- Lemon wedges: brighten and cut through the richness
- Tartar sauce: optional creamy complement for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 2 minutes.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to ensure crisp edges.
- Rub each fillet with olive oil, then season evenly with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece.
- Air fry for 7–9 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Check for doneness—internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and tartar sauce or your favorite dip.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed for even circulation.
- Preheating ensures crisp edges and evenly cooked salmon.
- Thicker fillets may require 1–2 extra minutes of cooking time.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- Freeze cooked salmon for up to 3 months; thaw overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Seafood, Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 276 kcal
- Sugar: 0.05 g
- Sodium: 366 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 94 mg
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