Air Fryer Salmon
Servings: 2 Servings
Ingredients
- 12 ounces salmon fillets fresh or frozen (*See note)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F, and set aside some parchment paper if using.
- Pat the salmon dry with paper towels, and gently run your hands across it to check for small bones.12 ounces salmon fillets
- Drizzle it with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.1 tablespoon olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- Add parchment paper if using. Then, place the fillets, skin side down, into the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 7 to 10 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Adjust the cooking time as needed depending on the thickness of the fish.
- Serve immediately!
Notes
- Fresh vs. frozen salmon: Technically you can use frozen salmon. I'm not a fan of using frozen fillets because they tend to overcook and dry out more easily than thawed. If you choose to use frozen, add 2 to 3 minutes (or more depending on thickness) onto the cook time.
- Thickness of the fillets: The fish I normally use is right around ¾ inch thick. If yours is thinner, it will take less time. Thicker will take longer. Try to use similar size fillets so they'll cook at the same rate.
- How to tell doneness: The fish should flake easily with a fork and the flakes should be tender. It shouldn't be dry or tough. Remember, you can always add extra time if needed. Once it's overcooked, you can't undo it.
- Overcrowding: If you're cooking several pieces, don't overcrowd the basket. The hot air won't be able to circulate and the fish won't cook properly. You may need to cook in batches.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. The best way to reheat is in the air fryer at 300°F for 2 to 3 minutes (leave the skin-on if it's still there). You can freeze leftovers, too. They'll stay good for about 2 months, but the texture degrades.
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Salmon
Serving Size
6 ounces
Amount per Serving
Calories
304
% Daily Value*
Fat
18
g
28
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
15
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
9
g
Cholesterol
94
mg
31
%
Sodium
366
mg
15
%
Potassium
835
mg
24
%
Carbohydrates
0.1
g
0
%
Fiber
0.03
g
0
%
Protein
34
g
68
%
Vitamin A
69
IU
1
%
Calcium
21
mg
2
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
