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12 Easy Air Fryer Salmon Recipes You Need Today

Air fryer salmon recipes are the ultimate way to get crispy, juicy fish with minimal effort. This collection brings together quick, flavorful options perfect for busy weeknights or simple healthy meals.

Collage of easy salmon recipes including blackened salmon, glazed salmon fillets, crispy skin salmon, salmon burger, teriyaki salmon, and salmon bowls served with rice and vegetables.

Sockeye Salmon Air Fryer

A simple and smoky sockeye salmon with crisp edges and tender flakes.

  • 1 sockeye salmon fillet (about 6 ounces)
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of black pepper

Sockeye Salmon Air Fryer
Instructions: Make sockeye salmon in the air fryer

Bang Bang Salmon Air Fryer

Creamy, spicy, and slightly sweet salmon with bold flavor.

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 stalks green onions chopped
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice

Bang Bang Salmon Air Fryer
Instructions: Make bang bang salmon

Air Fryer Salmon with Skin

Crispy skin salmon with simple seasoning for a classic finish.

  • 1 salmon fillet about 6 oz skin on
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Garlic powder optional
  • Paprika optional
  • Lemon zest optional
  • Fresh herbs optional

Air Fryer Salmon with Skin
Instructions: Cook salmon with crispy skin

Blackened Air Fryer Salmon

Bold and smoky salmon coated in blackened seasoning.

  • 1 salmon fillet about 6 oz
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons blackened seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley optional
  • Lemon wedges optional

Blackened Air Fryer Salmon
Instructions: Make blackened salmon

Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Juicy, bite-sized salmon pieces perfect for dipping or snacking.

  • 2 pounds salmon fillets cut into cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Lemon wedges
  • Spicy mayo or dipping sauce

Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Instructions: Make salmon bites

Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

Cook salmon straight from frozen with great texture and flavor.

  • 1 frozen salmon fillet
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Air Fryer Frozen Salmon
Instructions: Cook frozen salmon

Air Fryer Salmon Bowl

A hearty salmon bowl packed with rice, veggies, and creamy sauce.

  • 1 lb salmon cubed
  • ¼ cup mayo
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoon sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Cooking oil
  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup edamame
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 2 avocados sliced
  • Sesame seeds
  • 3 tablespoon mayo
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Pinch of salt

Air Fryer Salmon Bowl
Instructions: Make salmon bowl

Honey Garlic Salmon Air Fryer

Sweet and savory salmon glazed with honey and garlic.

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Lemon wedges optional

Honey Garlic Salmon Air Fryer
Instructions: Make honey garlic salmon

Air Fryer Salmon Patties

Crispy salmon patties that are perfect for quick meals.

  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • ¼ cup fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon seasoning
  • 12 ounces cooked or canned salmon
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Olive oil spray
  • Lemon wedges

Air Fryer Salmon Patties
Instructions: Make salmon patties

Teriyaki Air Fryer Salmon

A glossy, sweet teriyaki salmon with rich umami flavor.

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ tablespoon cornstarch

Teriyaki Air Fryer Salmon
Instructions: Make teriyaki salmon

Easy Air Fryer Salmon Recipe

A foolproof, everyday salmon recipe with simple seasoning.

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Lemon wedges

Easy Air Fryer Salmon Recipe
Instructions: Make easy salmon

Salmon Burgers Air Fryer

Juicy salmon burgers with a crispy outside and tender inside.

  • 3 tablespoon panko + ¾ cup panko (divided)
  • 3 tablespoon parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoon scallions, chopped
  • 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 15 oz skinless salmon, cut into chunks
  • 4 brioche buns
  • 2 tablespoon mayo
  • 3 tablespoon Greek yogurt
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • Fresh dill, chopped

Salmon Burgers Air Fryer
Instructions: Make salmon burgers

Air fryer salmon recipes make it easy to enjoy healthy, flavorful meals without the fuss.
From quick fillets to creative bowls and burgers, there is something for every craving.
Try a few and find your go to favorite for busy days.

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