Crispy Air Fryer Salmon and Asparagus

Air fryer salmon and asparagus is a quick and easy way to cook a healthy meal. The salmon is cooked to perfection, with crispy skin and tender flesh, and the asparagus is roasted until tender-crisp. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a light lunch.

Salmon and asparagus are two of my favorite ingredients to cook with. They're both healthy and delicious, and they cook quickly and easily. I've been making this dish for years, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound salmon fillet, skin-on
• 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels.
3. In a large bowl, combine the salmon, asparagus, olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat.
4. Place the salmon and asparagus in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.
5. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The air fryer cooks the salmon and asparagus quickly and evenly, resulting in perfectly cooked fish and vegetables.
• The skin-on salmon gets crispy in the air fryer, adding flavor and texture to the dish.
• The asparagus is roasted until tender-crisp, retaining its nutrients and flavor.
• The olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder add flavor to the salmon and asparagus.