Air Fryer Salmon

Seasoned with bold spices and air fried to crispy perfection this flaky, succulent air fryer salmon comes together in less than 20 minutes! With no oil needed, it's the perfect light, healthy dinner.

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 6

Total Time: 16

Servings:

Ingredients

For Seasoning Mix

½ teaspoon kosher salt, not table salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika

For Salmon

1 tablespoon olive oil, or melted butter
4 salmon fillets, 2/3" to 1" thick, about 3x6" width/length per fillet
Optional Garnishes: freshly chopped parsley, chives, or basil and lemon wedges

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the Seasoning Mix ingredients to combine well. Set aside.
Thoroughly pat dry salmon fillets with clean paper towels to remove as much excess moisture as possible.
Brush all sides of salmon with olive oil. Sprinkle a thin layer of Seasoning Mix over both sides of salmon fillets, pressing down with clean hands or rubber spatula to ensure seasonings adhere to salmon.
Place salmon fillets in air fryer, in a single layer, and with enough space in between them to allow for good air circulation. Air fry at 400F for 6-8 minutes, or just until salmon is just cooked – do not over-cook. Carefully transfer salmon to a serving dish and garnish as desired with chopped herbs and lemon slices.

Equipment

1 Air Fryer

Notes

Leftover Seasoning Mix can be used to sprinkle onto cooked salmon, if needed. It can also be used in scrambled eggs or any stir fry dish.
Kosher salt is much less salty by volume than table salt; if using regular table salt, reduce the amount by half.
If salmon fillets are closer to 2/3” thick, cook for 6-7 minutes. If they’re at least 1” thick, cook for 8 minutes. Cook time ultimately depends on thickness of fillets and initial temperature of the salmon.
Serve salmon with Best Broccoli Apple Salad and Wild Rice Pilaf for a deliciously healthy meal.
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Nutrition (per serving)

Course: Dinner, fish, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: Amerian

Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Calorie

Method: air fryer