Description
A delightful and nutritious Air Fryer Salmon recipe that embodies the essence of fall with its crispy exterior and tender interior, ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets (6-8 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or your favorite seasoning blend)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the salmon: Start by patting the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Combine ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Season the salmon: Brush the olive oil mixture generously over both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Air Fry the salmon: Place the seasoned salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket and cook for 7-9 minutes.
- Serve: Carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer and serve with lemon wedges on the side and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Notes
Choose fresh salmon for best results and don’t overcrowd the basket to ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American