Air Fryer Salmon Fillets
Enjoy perfectly cooked salmon in a flash with these Air Fried Salmon Fillets! With a crispy exterior and tender, flaky inside, these fillets are full of flavor and super easy to make.
Ingredients
- 4 Salmon Fillets Size: 7 oz Fillets are recommended for this recipe
- 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 Lemon Zest
- 1 Fresh Lemon Wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes to ensure it reaches the right temperature.
- Use a paper towel to gently pat the salmon fillets dry, removing any excess moisture to help the seasonings stick.
- Lightly brush avocado oil on both sides of the salmon fillets to prevent sticking and enhance flavor.
- Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the fillets, making sure they are evenly seasoned.
- Grate lemon zest over the seasoned salmon fillets, distributing it uniformly for a fresh, citrusy aroma.
- Arrange the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, placing them skin-side down.
- Cook the salmon for 7-10 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and the flesh is opaque and easily flakes with a fork.
- Remove the salmon from the air fryer and allow it to rest for a few minutes to let the juices settle.
- Serve the salmon with fresh lemon wedges on the side, perfect for squeezing over the fish to enhance its flavor.
Notes
Perfect Timing: Ensure you cook the salmon fillets for the recommended time to avoid overcooking and maintain their juicy texture.
Skin-Side Down: While cooking salmon, place the skin-side down in the air fryer to achieve a crispy exterior while keeping the flesh tender.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 947mgPotassium: 842mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 70IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
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