{"id":1807,"date":"2023-07-31T19:17:37","date_gmt":"2023-07-31T19:17:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/?p=1807"},"modified":"2023-07-31T19:17:37","modified_gmt":"2023-07-31T19:17:37","slug":"air-fryer-salmon-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/air-fryer-salmon-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Air Fryer Salmon Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"

This healthy\u00a0Air Fryer Salmon<\/strong>\u00a0has an exceptional amount of flavor, and is so tender and flakey on the inside. An extremely quick and easy meal that can be ready in about\u00a020 minutes<\/strong>. Dishes like this are the perfect weekday meal for any busy family.<\/em><\/p>\n

Air Fryer Salmon<\/span><\/h2>\n

Wow! I can\u2019t say enough about my amazing air fryer. It has to be one of the\u00a0best\u00a0<\/strong>inventions. Making great meals in a fraction of the time, with very little mess, using\u00a0one-pot,<\/strong>\u00a0with essentially no prep time, and typically less calories because there\u2019s no pan frying or deep frying. This recipe is fantastic because all you need is some fish, some spice, and cook it!<\/p>\n

This restaurant quality, tender, succulent salmon is undeniably one of the quickest meals to make, and so incredibly delicious. When paired with\u00a0rice, potatoes, vegetables or any salad, you get a very filling and healthy dinner. You can decide how healthy you want to go depending on the side dish you choose. I think this is one of the best\u00a0air fryer\u00a0recipes!<\/p>\n

Salmon Highlights<\/span><\/h2>\n

\u2705\u00a0TENDER AND DELICIOUS<\/strong>. This salmon is absolutely delicious and is beautifully tender and flakey on the inside. What an enticing and delicious meal!<\/p>\n

\u2705\u00a0HEALTHY<\/strong>. Fish is a healthier protein choice which is also lower in fat and calories.<\/p>\n

\u2705\u00a0FAST AND EASY<\/strong>. Dinner can be on the table in about 20 minutes. It\u2019s so quick and easy to make, anyone can easily put this dish together. Although salmon is great baked in the oven, it is so much faster to make in the air fryer because it probably takes 10 minutes just to heat the oven.<\/p>\n

\u2705\u00a0SIMPLE INGREDIENTS.<\/strong>\u00a0Chances are you already have all the simple spice ingredients in your pantry!<\/p>\n

Ingredients You\u2019ll Need<\/span><\/h2>\n

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  • Salmon<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Select firm and fresh salmon fillets about 1\u00bd-inch in thickness<\/em>. If fresh fish is not available, use defrosted frozen fillets and then pat them dry once thawed.<\/li>\n
  • Oil\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/strong>I like to use olive oil to brush a little bit on the fish first. A little olive oil helps crisp up the salmon.<\/li>\n
  • Italian seasoning<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 I use my simple homemade Italian seasoning with a mixture of 5 herbs; oregano, rosemary, thyme, marjoram and basil.<\/li>\n
  • Paprika\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Some ground paprika has a subtle earthiness, and will provide a\u00a0sweet and peppery taste.<\/li>\n
  • Lemon\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Cut in wedges, lemon is a great garnish for any fish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    How To Make Air Fryer Salmon<\/span><\/h2>\n
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    1. Prep the salmon.\u00a0<\/strong>Brush olive oil all over each salmon fillet.<\/li>\n
    2. Make the spice blend.\u00a0<\/strong>In a small bowl combine the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper.<\/li>\n
    3. Season the fish.<\/strong>\u00a0Rub the spice blend generously over each salmon fillet.<\/li>\n
    4. Air fry.<\/strong>\u00a0Place the fillets in the air fryer basket and bake at 350\u00b0F for 12-15 minutes.<\/li>\n
    5. Check for doneness.<\/strong>\u00a0When the timer goes off, check with a fork to make sure the salmon is cooked through. Salmon should be opaque and flake easily when pressed upon with your finger. You may require a little more or less cooking time depending on the size of the fillets.<\/li>\n
    6. Garnish and serve.<\/strong>\u00a0Garnish with a wedge of lemon. Also, squeezing some of the lemon juice tastes great on any fish. Optionally sprinkle some chopped parsley on top for a gourmet looking dish. Serve with your favorite side.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      How Do You Know When Salmon Is Perfectly Cooked?<\/span><\/h2>\n

      The best way to tell if your fish is done is by\u00a0testing it with a fork at an angle, at the thickest point, and twist gently. The fish will flake easily when it\u2019s done and it will lose its translucent or raw appearance. A good rule of thumb is to cook the fish to an internal temperature of 140-145\u00b0F.<\/p>\n

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      Air Fryer Salmon Recipe<\/h2>\n
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      This healthy\u00a0<\/em>Air Fryer Salmon<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0has an exceptional amount of flavor, and is so tender and flakey on the inside. An extremely quick and easy meal that can be ready in about\u00a0<\/em>20 minutes<\/strong><\/em>. Dishes like this are the perfect weekday meal for any busy family.<\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      • Author:<\/strong>\u00a0Julia<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Prep Time:<\/strong>\u00a05 mins<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Cook Time:<\/strong>\u00a015 mins<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Total Time:<\/strong>\u00a020 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Yield:<\/strong>\u00a03<\/span>\u00a01<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
      • Category:<\/strong>\u00a0Dinner, Lunch<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Cuisine:<\/strong>\u00a0American<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
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        Ingredients<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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        • 3<\/span><\/span>\u00a0salmon fillets<\/span>\u00a0about\u00a01\u00bd<\/span>-inch in thickness<\/span><\/li>\n
        • 3<\/span><\/span>\u00a0tablespoons<\/span>\u00a0olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n
        • 2<\/span><\/span>\u00a0teaspoons<\/span>\u00a0Italian seasoning<\/span><\/li>\n
        • 2<\/span><\/span>\u00a0teaspoons<\/span>\u00a0paprika<\/span><\/li>\n
        • \u00bd<\/span><\/span>\u00a0teaspoon<\/span>\u00a0salt<\/span>\u00a0or to taste<\/span><\/li>\n
        • \u00bd<\/span><\/span>\u00a0teaspoon<\/span>\u00a0pepper<\/span>\u00a0or to taste<\/span><\/li>\n
        • 1<\/span><\/span>\u00a0lemon\u00a0<\/span>cut in wedges<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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          Instructions<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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              Prep the salmon.\u00a0<\/strong>Brush olive oil all over each salmon fillet.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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              Make the spice blend.\u00a0<\/strong>In a small bowl combine the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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              Season the fish.<\/strong>\u00a0Rub the spice blend generously over each salmon fillet.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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              Air fry.<\/strong>\u00a0Place the fillets in the air fryer basket and bake at 350\u00b0F for 12-15 minutes.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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              Check for doneness.<\/strong>\u00a0When the timer goes off, check with a fork to make sure the salmon is cooked through. Salmon should be opaque and flake easily when pressed upon with your finger. You may require a little more or less cooking time depending on the size of the fillets.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                Garnish and serve.<\/strong>\u00a0Garnish with a wedge of lemon. Also, squeezing some of the lemon juice tastes great on any fish. Optionally sprinkle some chopped parsley on top for a gourmet looking dish. Serve with your favorite side.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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                Notes<\/h3>\n
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                  1. Overcooking fish can really ruin it, so tend it carefully while air frying salmon. It\u2019s okay to open the basket up to check periodically.<\/li>\n
                  2. Place a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the salmon to ensure the internal temperature (140-145\u00b0F) is perfect. Remember that it will continue to cook a little after it\u2019s done cooking.<\/li>\n
                  3. Using\u00a0fresh\u00a0<\/strong>fish when available can\u2019t be beat.<\/li>\n
                  4. If the salmon fillet has skin, ensure you place it skin side down in the basket.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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                    1. If using frozen fish, make sure you\u00a0pat dry<\/strong>\u00a0the thawed fish with a paper towel for best results.<\/li>\n
                    2. Feel free to add a little garlic powder in the mix as well if you\u2019re a garlic lover.<\/li>\n
                    3. Make a salmon salad with any leftover fish.<\/li>\n
                    4. Store leftover salmon in a shallow covered container to allow the fish to cool to the proper temperature more quickly. Cooked fish can be stored for\u00a0up to\u00a02-3 days<\/strong>\u00a0in a fridge at 40\u00b0F or\u00a0less.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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