Description
Lemon Garlic Salmon in Air Fryer is a quick and delicious way to enjoy perfectly cooked salmon infused with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic. This simple yet impressive dish transforms fresh ingredients into restaurant-quality flavors, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With its vibrant presentation and mouthwatering taste, this recipe will have everyone at the table asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate salmon fillets in the mixture for 15-20 minutes.
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket and place the salmon skin-side down.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes until flaky and tender.
- Serve immediately with any remaining marinade drizzled on top and garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 98mg