Air Fryer Whole30 Paleo Salmon and Asparagus
This recipe for Air Fryer Whole30 Paleo Salmon and Asparagus is a quick and easy way to cook a healthy and delicious meal. The salmon is cooked to perfection in the air fryer, and the asparagus is roasted until tender and slightly browned. The whole meal can be on the table in less than 30 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights.
I developed this recipe when I was looking for a way to cook salmon that was both healthy and delicious. I had tried cooking salmon in the oven before, but it always came out dry and overcooked. I decided to try cooking it in the air fryer, and I was amazed at how well it turned out. The salmon was cooked evenly throughout, and it was moist and flaky. The asparagus was also cooked perfectly, and it had a slightly browned exterior that gave it a lot of flavor. I've been making this recipe ever since, and it's one of my favorite ways to cook salmon. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 pound salmon fillet, skin-on
  • 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush the salmon fillet with the olive oil mixture.
  5. Place the salmon fillet in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
  6. While the salmon is cooking, toss the asparagus with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  7. Transfer the asparagus to the air fryer basket and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.
  8. Serve the salmon and asparagus immediately with your favorite sides.
Why It Works
  • The air fryer cooks the salmon evenly throughout, resulting in moist and flaky fish.
  • The high heat of the air fryer browns the asparagus, giving it a slightly caramelized flavor.
  • This recipe is Whole30 and Paleo compliant, making it a great option for people with dietary restrictions.