Air fryer salmon comes out tender inside and lightly crisp outside in about 10 minutes.
Serves: 2 | Total time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Heat the air fryer to 390°F.
- Rub the salmon with oil and season with paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Place the fillets skin side down in the basket without overlapping.
- Cook 7 to 9 minutes until the salmon reaches 145°F.
- Rest 2 minutes and serve with lemon.
Pin Tip
Check at 7 minutes. Air fryers vary, and salmon goes from perfect to dry quickly.
Food Safety
Cook salmon until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F, measured in the thickest part, and the flesh flakes easily with a fork.