Air Fryer Salmon

Air Fryer Salmon

If you’re looking for one of the easiest ways to cook salmon, you’ve come to the right place. This Air Fryer Salmon recipe is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with flavor—plus, it’s done in under 15 minutes. Whether you need a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy meal with minimal effort, this recipe is a must-try. After you try this recipe, Air Fryer Salmon will be in your meal plan every week! It’s always cooked to perfection and delicious!

Author: Weelicious

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 3 servings

Calories: 218 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 lb - salmon filet
  • 1 tsp - olive oil
  • ¼ tsp - paprika
  • ½ tsp - salt
  • 1 - lemon

Instructions

  1. Drizzle salmon with oil. Sprinkle with paprika, salt, and any other seasonings you love.
  2. Place salmon skin side down in air fryer basket. Place lemon halves in air fryer basket next to salmon.
  3. Air fry at 400°F for 8-15 minutes depending on the size of your salmon. It will easily flake with a fork when it's done.
  4. Squeeze lemons on top for a citrusy finish.

Nutrition

Energy: 218 kcal | Total Fat: 8 g | Saturated: 1 g | Trans: 0 g | Cholesterol: 70 mg | Total Carbs: 3 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugars: 1 g | Proteins: 31 g | Sodium: 502 mg | Polyunsaturated: 1 g | Monounsaturated: 3 g

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