Best Air Fryer Salmon (Printer-Friendly)
Tender salmon fillets cooked with lemon garlic dill butter in the air fryer for a quick, flavorful meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salmon
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2 salmon fillets
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 large lemon, sliced
→ Lemon Garlic Dill Butter
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4 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature
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2-3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
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2 teaspoons dried dill
→ Other
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Nonstick cooking spray
# Steps to Follow:
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Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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In a small bowl, combine room temperature salted butter, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, dried dill, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
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Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides evenly with salt and pepper to taste.
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Place lemon slices in the air fryer basket and arrange salmon fillets on top of the slices. Add a dollop of lemon garlic dill butter on each fillet.
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Cook at 390°F (199°C) for 10 minutes, adjusting cooking time based on thickness for desired doneness.
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Optionally, add an additional dollop of lemon garlic dill butter before serving. Pair with asparagus or a mixed green salad as desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Salmon is done when it gently flakes when pressed in the center; avoid overcooking to maintain medium rare texture.
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The skin may be left on or removed depending on preference.
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Wild-caught salmon offers a more intense flavor and darker color compared to farm-raised, which tends to be more affordable.
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Frozen salmon is a convenient and economical alternative if fresh options are unavailable.