Air Fryer Salmon Fillets

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Protein-rich and super healthy salmon, ready in minutes, when prepared in the air fryer. A quick meal in minutes.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer, fish recipe, seafood recipe

Servings:

Calories: 272kcal

Author: foodyschmoody

Preheat the air fryer to 400 °F for five minutes while you prep your ingredients.
Remove any excess moisture from salmon by patting dry with a paper towel or kitchen towel.
Brush both sides of the salmon with oil using a pastry brush or spray it using a mist bottle.
Season the salmon with salt and pepper (and any additional seasonings you may choose - see notes for options). Zest the lemon and add the zest to the salmon fillets as well.
Place the salmon fillets, skin side down, inside the pre-heated air fryer basket. Air fry at 400 °F for seven minutes. Check internal temperature, if not yet at 145 °F , return to air fryer for one to three more minutes until internal temperature reaches 145 °F
Once the salmon is cooked to temperature, remove it from the air fryer and allow to rest for two to three minutes. Serve with lemon wedges or slices.

NOTE 1:

This recipe was created with simple seasonings. You can add other seasonings based on your flavor preference. Some good options are:

NOTE 2:

Like any meat or fish, the thickness of the salmon can alter cook time. A thicker piece take longer to cook than a thinner piece.