Description
This easy air fryer salmon recipe is quick, juicy, and perfectly flaky every time. With simple seasonings and minimal prep, it delivers a flavorful dinner in under 10 minutes making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400F
- Pat salmon dry and rub with olive oil
- Season with garlic powder paprika salt and pepper
- Place salmon in air fryer basket in a single layer
- Cook for 7 to 9 minutes
- Check doneness with a fork
- Serve with fresh lemon
Notes
Use evenly sized fillets for even cooking. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Adjust cook time based on thickness. Add sauces after cooking to avoid burning. Best served fresh but can be stored and reheated easily.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg