Best Air Fryer Salmon
Ready in under 10 minutes, this salmon turns out tender, flaky, and full of flavor. The air fryer gives it a golden outside while keeping the inside juicy—easy enough for weeknights and tasty enough to make again and again.
Servings: 2
Calories: 275kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Salmon Fillets (about ½ pound total)
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
- ½ lemon sliced
Instructions
- Drizzle olive oil over salmon fillets.
- In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, Kosher salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the salmon.
- Lightly spray the air fryer with cooking spray and place the salmon in the basket. Set the temperature for 400 degrees and the timer to 8 minutes.
- When the timer goes off, check the salmon for doneness. Add another 1-minute if desired.
- Remove the salmon from the air fryer and squeeze on fresh lemon juice and serve.
Notes
Variations To This Salmon Recipe
- Brush salmon with a honey-Dijon mix for a sweet, tangy glaze.
- Rub on lemon or orange zest with olive oil for fresh flavor.
- Season with a Cajun spice blend for a bold Southern kick.
- Cool salmon, then wrap in plastic wrap or foil.
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze in a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
- Thaw frozen salmon in the fridge overnight.
- Reheat in a low-heat oven or air fryer until warmed through to keep it moist and flaky.
Nutrition
Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 369mg | Potassium: 842mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.02g | Vitamin A: 131IU | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg