Enjoy perfectly cooked, flaky, and moist salmon with crispy skin, made effortlessly in your air fryer. This quick recipe is ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Perfect Air Fryer Salmon
Enjoy perfectly cooked, flaky, and moist salmon with crispy skin, made effortlessly in your air fryer. This quick recipe is ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon fillets skin-on or skinless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon your favorite seasoning blend (e.g.
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. This helps achieve a crispier skin.
- Lightly brush or rub each salmon fillet with olive oil.
- Season generously with salt, black pepper, and your chosen seasoning blend.
- Place the seasoned salmon fillets, skin-side up if applicable, in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
- Carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
For best results, pat salmon dry before oiling. Experiment with different seasonings like lemon-dill, garlic-herb, or a spicy rub. Adjust cook time slightly for thicker or thinner fillets. Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
