Air Fryer Salmon

Salmon fillets brushed with a honey, Dijon and garlic glaze and air-fried in about 8 minutes until flaky inside with lightly crisp edges. Serves 4.

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Contains: fish. Based on the ingredients as written; check package labels, which can change.

  • Prep 5 min
  • Cook 8 min
  • Total 13 min
  • Yield 4 servings
  • Level Easy

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Two glazed air fryer salmon fillets with lemon wedges and dill on a plate

The air fryer cooks salmon quickly and evenly, with lightly caramelized edges and a moist, flaky center. A simple honey Dijon glaze takes a minute to mix.

Dinner is ready in about 15 minutes, start to finish.

Instructions

  1. Glaze. Whisk the oil, mustard, honey, garlic, salt and pepper and brush over the salmon.
  2. Air-fry. Heat the air fryer to 390°F. Cook the salmon skin side down 7 to 9 minutes, until it flakes easily and reaches 145°F, the FDA safe minimum for fish.
  3. Serve. Serve with lemon wedges and dill.

Nutrition per serving (estimated)

400Calories
5 gCarbohydrates
0 gFiber
5 gNet carbs
34 gProtein
26 gFat

Estimated per serving, based on 4 servings, using USDA FoodData Central values for each ingredient. Net carbs are carbohydrates minus fiber. Optional ingredients, garnishes and anything served on the side are not included, and marinades are counted at about a third because most is discarded. Brands and portion sizes change the numbers.

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Tips

  • Line the basket with perforated parchment for easy cleanup.
  • Thinner fillets need only 6 to 7 minutes.

Having trouble? See rubbery shrimp and sticking fish in our kitchen troubleshooting guide.

Printable: safe cooking temperatures chart (PDF).

Storage and leftovers

Refrigerate up to 3 days. Enjoy it cold, flaked over salad or in salmon cakes, or warm it gently in a 275°F oven for about 10 minutes so it does not dry out.

Questions about this recipe

How long does salmon take in an air fryer?
7 to 9 minutes at 390°F for 1-inch-thick fillets.
Do I need to flip salmon in the air fryer?
No; cook it skin side down.

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