Air-Fried Salmon with Lemon and Garlic
Air-Fried Salmon with Lemon and Garlic balances rich, buttery fish with bright citrus and a gentle hit of garlic. The fillets cook up tender with crisped edges, letting the lemon-pepper seasoning shine without overpowering. It’s a quick weeknight main that feels special enough for guests, perfect alongside simple veggies or a light salad.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 2
Stir the melted butter and minced garlic together in a small bowl.
- 3
Rinse the salmon fillets and pat dry with a paper towel. Brush them with the butter mixture, then sprinkle with lemon-pepper seasoning and parsley.
- 4
Coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange the salmon fillets in the basket, skin-side down, and place 3 lemon halves on top of each.
- 5
Cook in the preheated air fryer for 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
- Calories 309.13 kcal Moderate
- Protein 38.15 g Good Source
- Carbs 1.75 g Moderate
- Total Fat 15.66 g High
- Saturated Fat 5.66 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 107.79 mg High
- Sodium 139.95 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.44 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.42 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 19.57 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.75 mg Low Source
- Potassium 640.29 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 25.54 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 5.22 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Fish 🐟
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄