Air Fryer Salmon
A quick and easy air fryer salmon recipe that delivers juicy, tender fish with a crispy exterior, seasoned to perfection with garlic and paprika.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
- Mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Brush the mixture onto both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Place the salmon in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
- Serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
For best results, use fresh salmon and make sure to dry it thoroughly for a crispy finish. Feel free to experiment with spices for different flavor profiles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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