15 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
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Classic Air Fryer Salmon
Traditional dish · American
A simple and delicious way to prepare salmon in the air fryer, resulting in a perfectly cooked, flaky fillet with a crispy exterior.
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Ingredients
- Salmon fillets4 (6 oz each)
- Olive oil1 tbsp
- Lemon1, cut into wedges
- Fresh dill1 tbsp, chopped (for garnish)
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- 3
Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and season generously with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin-side down if applicable.
- 5
Air fry for 8-12 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets and desired doneness. The salmon should be opaque and flake easily with a fork.
- 6
Remove from the air fryer, garnish with fresh dill and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
