Air Fryer Salmon
Air Fryer Salmon is a quick and healthy dinner featuring tender, flaky salmon cooked in just 15 minutes.Finished with a rich garlic lemon butter sauce, it's perfect for busy weeknights.Simple ingredients, big flavor, and easy cleanup.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets 4 ounces/115 g each
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Arrange the fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
- Season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Cook the Air Fryer Salmon at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes, depending on thickness. The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Transfer the cooked salmon to a serving plate.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice.
- Spoon the warm garlic lemon butter sauce over the salmon before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices if desired.
Notes
- Atlantic and sockeye salmon both work well.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
- Add chopped parsley or dill for extra freshness.
- For extra richness, sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan over the finished salmon.