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A vibrant plate featuring perfectly cooked air fryer salmon with crispy golden skin, garnished with fresh herbs, served alongside lemon wedges and colorful seasonal vegetables, on a modern white plate with a rustic wooden table background.

Perfect Air Fryer Salmon with Crispy Skin

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A quick and easy air fryer salmon recipe featuring tender fillets with crispy skin, seasoned with herbs and lemon for a flavorful and healthy dinner option.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh lemon wedges
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil, then season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket.
  4. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the skin is crispy and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Ensure the salmon fillets are patted dry before seasoning for crispy skin.
  • Adjust cooking time for thicker or thinner fillets.
  • Serve with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Air frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Healthy, High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg