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Healthy Air Fryer Salmon with Lemon and Herbs

Healthy Air Fryer Salmon with Lemon and Herbs

Last modified: Feb 05, 2024. Originally posted: Dec 29, 2023

Savor the succulent flavors of Healthy Air Fryer Salmon with Lemon and Herbs. This dish combines the natural richness of salmon with the bright zest of lemon and aromatic herbs, all perfectly air-fried to perfection. A light, nutritious, and delicious meal that's easy to prepare and bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors.

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Total Time
24 minutes
Recipe Yield
4 servings
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
9 minutes
Mediterranean
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Ingredients

• 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions on how to make Healthy Air Fryer Salmon with Lemon and Herbs

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Rinse the salmon fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. Brush each salmon fillet with olive oil on all sides.
  4. Season the fillets evenly with salt and black pepper.
  5. In a small bowl, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, chopped dill, minced garlic, and onion powder to create the herb mixture.
  6. Rub the herb mixture over the salmon fillets, coating them evenly.
  7. Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch or overlap to ensure even cooking.
  8. Cook in the preheated air fryer for 7-9 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  9. Remove the salmon fillets from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
  10. Serve the salmon fillets on plates with lemon slices used for garnish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How long should I preheat the air fryer for the Healthy Air Fryer Salmon with Lemon and Herbs?
A1: Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Q2: How long should I cook the salmon fillets in the air fryer?
A2: Cook the salmon fillets in the preheated air fryer for 7-9 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Q3: What should I do with the herb mixture for the salmon?
A3: Rub the herb mixture over the salmon fillets, coating them evenly before placing them in the air fryer basket.

Nutrition

Fat Content
18g
Saturated Fat Content
3g
Carbohydrate Content
4g
Fibre Content
1g
Sugar Content
1g
Protein Content
40g
Sodium Content
632mg
Calories
345
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