Easy Air Fryer Salmon Recipe

This easy air fryer salmon is flaky and juicy inside with crispy edges outside. Ready in about 15

minutes, it is a perfect easy healthy weeknight dinner.

Also try our Easy Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe and Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe.

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings4
Calories280 per serving

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 170g each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat salmon dry, rub with olive oil and spices.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 200C / 400F for 3 minutes.
  3. Place fillets skin-side down in a single layer, cook 8 to 10 minutes until salmon flakes easily and inside is 63C / 145F.
  4. Rest 2 minutes, serve with lemon wedges and parsley.

FAQ

How long to cook salmon in the air fryer? 8 to 10 minutes at 400F.

Do I need to flip salmon? No, cook skin-side down.

How do I know it is done? It flakes easily and is 63C / 145F inside.

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