Description
This Air Fryer Salmon recipe delivers perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful salmon filets with a zesty lemon and garlic marinade. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an easy, healthy dinner option featuring a crisp exterior and moist interior, enhanced by a simple blend of Dijon mustard, lemon, and spices, making it ideal for a quick, delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon filets (6 oz each, from a 1 1/2 lb filet)
Marinade & Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Zest from 1 lemon (reserved to garnish)
- 1 tsp lemon juice (plus lemon wedges to serve)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Garnish
- Parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Grease the bottom of your air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush it with oil to prevent the salmon from sticking. Arrange the salmon filets in a single layer, ensuring they are spaced apart for even cooking.
- Mix Marinade and Coat Salmon: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well to blend all ingredients. Brush this mixture generously over the top and sides of each salmon filet, coating them evenly.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Set the air fryer to 400ºF. Place the basket inside and cook the salmon for 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the filets and your air fryer model. Cook until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145ºF when checked with an instant-read thermometer, indicating it is perfectly cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the cooked salmon to a serving platter. Grate the reserved lemon zest over the top and squeeze additional lemon juice for a fresh, vibrant flavor. Garnish with optional parsley and serve with lemon wedges to add more citrus zest as desired.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on air fryer models and salmon thickness; use an instant-read thermometer for best results.
- You can substitute garlic powder with fresh minced garlic if preferred, but adjust quantity to taste.
- If you like a stronger lemon flavor, add extra lemon zest or juice before serving.
- Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Brush the air fryer basket again during cooking if needed to prevent sticking, especially if your air fryer doesn’t have a non-stick coating.
