Perfect Air Fryer Salmon in 15 Minutes – Unbelievably Crispy & Tender
A quick and healthy way to cook salmon using an air fryer, resulting in crispy skin and tender flesh.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 lemon (sliced for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil evenly over both sides of the fillets.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
- Place salmon in the air fryer basket, skin-side down.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Garnish with lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your salmon fillets.
- For extra crispiness, cook skin-side up for the last 2 minutes.
- Always check the internal temperature to avoid overcooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (6 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg