Description
Crispy, buttery air fryer salmon with a zesty lemon-cayenne seasoning. Ready in 10 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for loaded baked potatoes, grain bowls, or a healthy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
2 salmon fillets (6 oz each, fresh or thawed)
1 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil for higher smoke point)
1 tsp garlic powder (or 1 tsp fresh minced garlic)
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes
Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels; remove pin bones
Brush fillets with oil, season evenly with garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper
Cook in the air fryer for 8 minutes (or 10 minutes if thicker fillets)
Flip fillets halfway through cooking time
Let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving
Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley
Notes
Use avocado oil if using higher heat for browning
For extra crispiness, pat fillets dry and don’t overcrowd the fryer
Check internal temperature – 145°F is safe
Serve with warm grain bowls or steamed vegetables
Freezes well for up to 3 months
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: DINNER
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg