Description
Air fryer salmon is a quick and healthy meal that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences. This dish features tender, flaky fillets with a crispy exterior, seasoned to perfection with garlic and fresh herbs. With minimal prep time and delicious results, air fryer salmon is ideal for busy evenings or special gatherings, making it a favorite in any kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried dill or thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and place them skin-side down on a plate.
- Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried herbs.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top.
- Place the fillets in the preheated air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 78 mg