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Can You Put Salmon in the Air Fryer? Yes, you can!

This air fryer salmon recipe gives you a perfectly cooked piece of salmon with a crispy texture on the outside and delicate flakes on the inside.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Budget Frugal
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 285kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces Salmon filet
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoon Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Granulated garlic garlic powder, or finely minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

  • Mix all the spices in a small bowl.
  • Brush each piece of salmon with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle garlic on salmon filets.
  • Sprinkle each piece of fish with the salmon seasoning.
  • Place the salmon, skin side down in the lined air fryer basket and cook at 400 F for 11 minutes.
  • Cooking time varies depending on the air fryer s it is best to check the internal temperature after 7-9 minutes. You don't want to overcook and dry the salmon out.
  • Serve with lemon wedges for those who like a squeeze of lemon juice on their air fry salmon.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 646mg | Potassium: 732mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 222IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg