Here is an air fryer salmon fillet recipe that can be cooked to perfection in the air fryer with a simple and spicy marinade.

This recipe is great for meal prep or weekly rotation because it’s super simple and easy to cook in the air fryer. These salmon fillets crisp and cook quickly in the air fryer and pair well with air fryer french fries, baked sweet potato cubes, spicy salmon buddha bowls, or air fryer green beans.

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Air Fryer Salmon Recipe

How to make salmon fillets with an air fryer. By using this easy spicy seasoning, it's a fantastic recipe for weekly meal planning and meal prep.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American, British

Servings4 servings

Calories (per serving)212.34 kcal

Equipment

1 Air Fryer

Ingredients

500 g (3.6 cups) salmon fillets
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) salt
1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) black pepper
1 tsp red chili flakes optional
1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) dried oregano optional
1 tsp garlic paste optional

Instructions

Marinate salmon fillets with all other ingredients.
Allow it to set for 15 minutes.
Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 180°C degrees (375°F).
Add the salmon fillet to the air fryer compartment and cook for 10 minutes. Turn over and cook for a further 10 minutes, or until fully crisp and cooked.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 212.34kcalCarbohydrates: 0.82gProtein: 24.97gFat: 11.51gSaturated Fat: 1.72gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.58gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.2gCholesterol: 68.75mgSodium: 354.22mgPotassium: 630.68mgFiber: 0.26gSugar: 0.05gVitamin A: 199.73IUVitamin B1: 0.28mgVitamin B2: 0.48mgVitamin B3: 9.89mgVitamin B5: 2.09mgVitamin B6: 1.05mgVitamin B12: 3.98µgVitamin C: 0.39mgVitamin E: 0.7mgVitamin K: 3.07µgCalcium: 20.23mgCopper: 0.32mgFolate: 31.47µgIron: 1.16mgManganese: 0.08mgMagnesium: 37.74mgPhosphorus: 253.81mgSelenium: 45.92µgZinc: 0.84mgNet Carbohydrates: 0.56g

Data source: USDA

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How Long Does Air Fryer Salmon Last?

This recipe is perfect for meal prepping or batch cooking. Just ensure you keep them stored in an airtight food storage container.

Method	Duration
Fridge	3-4 days
Freezer	3 months

How To Reheat Air Fryer Salmon?

Method	Duration
Air Fryer	8 to 10 minutes
Microwave	2 to 4 minutes
Oven	8 to 10 minutes

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