Salmon in Air Fryer

Two salmon fillets on a plate with a slice of lemon on top and a bowl of peas at the side.

This easy salmon in air fryer recipe makes perfectly moist, flaky salmon every time. Cooked in foil parcels with lemon and butter for a mess-free, 20-minute dinner.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: easy,

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 20

Makes:

Calories: 230kcal

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets
2 slices of fresh lemon
2 small pats of butter
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Pat salmon fillets dry with kitchen paper.
Place each fillet on a rectangle of foil. Season with salt and pepper, top with a slice of lemon and a pat of butter.
Loosely wrap the foil around the fish, sealing the edges.
Place foil parcels in the air fryer basket and cook at 380°F (190°C) for 16–20 minutes, depending on thickness.
Carefully open a parcel to check if salmon is cooked through and flakes easily. Return to the air fryer for a few minutes more if needed.
Use tongs to remove parcels safely, watch for hot steam, and serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Notes

Nutritional information is approximated and for guidance only.

If using frozen fillets, add 5 minutes extra, or until the fish is fully cooked through.

Don't wrap the foil too tightly, you want to leave room for the steam inside the parcels to circulate.

Nutrition

Serving: 130g | Calories: 230kcal | Protein: 26g | Fat: 14.6g