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A quick and healthy recipe for salmon fillets cooked in an air fryer, yielding crispy skin and tender, flaky flesh, seasoned simply with herbs and spices.

Ingredients

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  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove any extra moisture.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper if using.
  3. Rub the spice and oil mixture generously all over the salmon fillets.
  4. Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the seasoned salmon.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes.
  6. Lightly oil or spray the air fryer basket to prevent sticking.
  7. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them for good air circulation.
  8. Air fry the salmon for 8–10 minutes if thawed or 11–15 minutes if frozen, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork or reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  9. Remove from the air fryer, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Drying the salmon before seasoning helps to achieve crispy skin., Preheating the air fryer ensures even cooking and crispy exterior., Do not flip the salmon during cooking; skin-side down cooks best and keeps fillets intact., Marinate salmon for 15-30 minutes before cooking for extra flavor., Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months., Reheat salmon in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes to restore crispiness.

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