Lemon Pepper & Paprika Air Fryer Salmon
How to prepare lemon pepper paprika salmon in air fryer using a simple homemade spice rub.
Ingredients
Lemon Pepper Paprika Salmon
- 1-2 salmon filets about 1-1½ inches thick is best
- drizzle of avocado oil
- ½ lemon juiced
- paprika to taste (or any seasonings you prefer)
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 lemon cut into slices
Topping & Serving Ideas:
- chives finely chopped
- lemon wedges
- roasted asparagus
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C) or 350°F (180°C)*, depending on your cooking preference.
- Brush oil onto salmon filet(s). Add a squeeze of lemon juice, then sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper (or any other seasonings or spice rub you prefer).
- Place seasoned filet(s) into preheated air fryer, skin side down, and add lemon slices on top.
- Cook at 390°F (200°C) for 7-8 minutes, or at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Check doneness with a fork. Cook another minute if needed. (Feel free to open air fryer a minute early to check doneness.)
- Rest 2 minutes before serving.
- Top with chopped chives and serve with lemon wedges, roasted asparagus, or any accompaniments you like!
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Notes
Cooking Temperature:
*Salmon is like steak—most people have a preference as to how rare or well-done it’s cooked! If you prefer your salmon more well-done or you’re in a time-crunch, you can cook at a higher temperature (390°F or 200°C) for less time. If you prefer your salmon more tender and less done, cook at a lower temperature (350°F or 180°C) for a bit more time.
Nutrition Information:
Nutrition provided for prepared 4oz wild caught sockeye salmon filet, excludes optional topping & accompaniment ideas.
Nutrition
Serving: 1air fried salmon filet | Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 14g | Sugar: 1g