Air Fryer Salmon
A quick and delicious Air Fryer Salmon recipe made with tender salmon fillets, lemon, garlic, and simple seasonings. It is easy to prepare and cooks in just a few minutes, making it perfect for a healthy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon honey optional
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Make the seasoning: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and honey if using.
- Season the salmon: Brush the mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for about 3 minutes.
- Air fry: Place the salmon in the air fryer basket, skin-side down if it has skin. Cook for 7–10 minutes, depending on the thickness.
- Check for doneness: The salmon should be opaque and flake easily with a fork. For food safety, fish should reach 63°C (145°F) internally.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and rest for 1–2 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.