This air fryer salmon recipe is a quick and easy way to get perfectly cooked salmon every time. The salmon is seasoned with a flavorful blend of olive oil, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper, and then cooked in the air fryer until it is cooked through and flaky. The result is a delicious and healthy meal that can be served with your favorite sides.
The first time I made this recipe, I was looking for a quick and easy way to cook salmon. I had never used an air fryer before, but I had heard good things about them. I decided to give it a try, and I was so glad I did. The salmon cooked perfectly, and it was so flavorful. I have been making this recipe ever since, and it has become a favorite of mine.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
1 pound salmon fillet, skin-on
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Brush the salmon fillet with the olive oil mixture.
Place the salmon fillet in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Why It Works
The air fryer cooks the salmon evenly and quickly, resulting in perfectly cooked salmon every time.
The blend of olive oil, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper gives the salmon a delicious flavor.
This recipe is a healthy way to cook salmon, as it uses little oil and no butter.