Description
Delicious and easy air fryer salmon recipe that cooks perfectly in just 13 minutes. This healthy and flavorful dish features seasoned salmon fillets that are air fried to tender, flaky perfection, served with lemon wedges and tartar sauce for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Fillets
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Serving
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Tartar sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for cooking the salmon evenly.
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture, which helps achieve a better sear and prevents steaming.
- Oil the Fillets: Rub olive oil evenly over each salmon fillet to keep them moist during cooking and help the seasoning stick well.
- Make the Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful seasoning blend for the salmon.
- Season the Salmon: Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over the oiled salmon fillets, covering all sides for balanced flavor.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch each other for proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Cook the Salmon: Air fry the salmon for 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork indicating it’s fully cooked.
- Serve: Serve the salmon immediately with lemon wedges and tartar sauce on the side for added zest and creaminess.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets; thicker pieces might need closer to 10 minutes.
- For a crispier skin, pat the skin dry thoroughly before oiling and cooking.
- If you don’t have tartar sauce, a simple mixture of mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dill makes a great alternative.
- Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
