Name: Easy Air Fryer Salmon Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; Lemon wedges; Tartar sauce

Description

This easy air fryer salmon recipe delivers perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful salmon fillets in under 15 minutes. Seasoned with a simple blend of garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, this dish is quick to prepare and ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner. The air fryer ensures a crispy exterior and moist interior without the need for added oils or complicated techniques.

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

To Serve

Lemon wedges
Tartar sauce

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Instructions

Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes to ensure it is hot and ready for cooking.
Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a crispier exterior.
Oil the Fillets: Rub olive oil evenly over each salmon fillet to enhance browning and prevent sticking.
Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper thoroughly.
Season the Salmon: Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets for balanced flavor.
Place in Air Fryer: Arrange the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket skin-side down, making sure they do not touch to allow even air circulation.
Cook the Salmon: Air fry the salmon for 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness, until it flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is fully cooked.
Serve: Remove the salmon from the air fryer and serve immediately with lemon wedges and tartar sauce on the side for added brightness and flavor.

Notes

Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets; thicker pieces may require the full 10 minutes.
Ensure fillets are not overcrowded in the air fryer basket to allow proper heat circulation and even cooking.
Use skin-on salmon fillets for better texture and easier handling in the air fryer.
For a more intense smoky flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the seasoning mix.
Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.