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Crispy Air Fryer Salmon with Lemon and Garlic

Skin-on salmon fillets seasoned with garlic, lemon zest, and smoked paprika, air fried until crispy and flaky.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • - 4 6 oz salmon fillets, skin-on
  • - 1 tbsp olive oil
  • - 2 cloves garlic minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
  • - zest of 1 lemon plus extra lemon for serving
  • - 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • - salt and pepper
  • - fresh parsley or dill for serving

Method
 

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry.
  2. Mix olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush over the flesh side of each fillet.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place fillets skin-side down with space between each.
  4. Air fry for 9-12 minutes, until salmon flakes easily and reaches about 145°F internally.
  5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and garnish with parsley or dill before serving.