Description
Cook salmon in an air fryer with skin for a crispy, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets with skin (6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel.
- Rub olive oil on both sides of the salmon.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and lemon juice.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Check for doneness; salmon should flake easily.
- Remove from air fryer and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the fillets.
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: salmon, air fryer, healthy meal, quick dinner, seafood