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Air Fryer Salmon
20min
Total Time
4 people
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Moderate
Cost
320 kcal
Calories
Crispy Air Fryer Salmon: Quick 10-Minute Healthy Dinner Recipe
This salmon crisps faster than your phone battery drains.
Ingredients
4
- 1 lb salmon fillets, skin on
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
1
Pat salmon dry with paper towels
2
Brush oil on both sides
3
Mix salt, pepper, garlic, paprika
4
Season salmon evenly on all sides
5
Preheat air fryer to 400°F
6
Place salmon skin-side down in basket
7
Air fry 8 minutes for medium doneness
8
Check with an instant-read thermometer
9
Let rest 2 minutes before serving
10
Garnish with lemon and dill
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Pro Tips
Pat fish dry for crisp skin
Use an instant-read thermometer
Let rest two minutes before slicing
Trim thin tail pieces for even cooking
Troubleshooting
Fish undercooked add two minutes
Skin soggy pat dry next time
Too salty reduce salt by half
Fish sticks, oil the basket lightly
Recipe Variations
Maple mustard glaze option
Asian soy ginger glaze option
Herb crust with panko option
Spicy chili lime rub option
Serving Suggestions
Serve with roasted vegetables
Pair with steamed rice or quinoa
Add a crisp green salad
Drizzle with extra lemon juice
Nutrition Facts
320
Calories
34g
Protein
2g
Carbs
20g
Fat
420mg
Sodium
85mg
Cholesterol
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Overcrowding the air fryer basket
Cooking too long dries the fish
Skipping preheat makes skin soggy
Not patting fish dry first
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cook frozen salmon?
Yes. Add 3-5 minutes and check doneness.
How do I get crispy skin?
Pat dry and preheat the air fryer basket.
What internal temperature is safe?
165°F is safe, 125-130°F is medium rare.
Can I use fillets without skin?
Yes. Reduce cooking time by one minute.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes if you avoid panko or wheat crumbs.
Reviews
Kim M
Apr 21, 2026
So easy and perfectly crisped skin
John P
Apr 6, 2026
Fast weeknight winner for my family
Maria S
Apr 21, 2026
Lovely flavor, I added extra lemon
Raj K
Apr 11, 2026
Juicy inside and quick to make
Chen L
Apr 21, 2026
Great texture. My kids approved it
