Easy Air Fryer Salmon
Juicy, flaky salmon with a zesty lemon-garlic rub cooks fast in the air fryer. A weeknight favorite with big flavor.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb salmon fillets skin-on if possible; pat dry
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.75 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp light brown sugar
- 0.75 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for about 3 minutes.
- Stir together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, brown sugar, salt, and pepper to form a paste.
- Pat salmon dry. Rub the paste all over the fillets, coating evenly.
- Arrange salmon skin-side down in the basket, leaving space between pieces.
- Air fry until the salmon flakes and reaches 125–130°F in the thickest part, 8–10 minutes.
- Rest 2 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and add a squeeze of lemon if you like.
Notes
Variation: Swap paprika for Cajun seasoning or add a drizzle of maple in place of brown sugar for a sweet-heat glaze. Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days; reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Air Fryer Salmon flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.