Description
A simple and healthy air fryer salmon recipe that is quick to prepare and perfect for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon (sliced for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
- Brush the fillets with olive oil.
- Season the salmon with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin side down.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with lemon slices and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the salmon fillets are of even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste preferences.
- Use a meat thermometer to check if the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: air fryer salmon, healthy salmon recipe, quick salmon dish