Not everyone in my family loves salmon—Luc enjoys it, but Lotte and Frank pass. As a result, I prepare it less often than I'd like, despite being a big fan myself. That's where air fryer salmon shines: it's incredibly simple and fast, ideal for 1-4 servings without wasting time or ingredients. Perfect for treating yourself or a few to fresh fish occasionally.
This time, I cooked salmon for half the family while the others had tasty vegetarian burgers. The air fryer's hands-off nature lets you focus on stovetop sides without worry.
This straightforward recipe keeps extras minimal:
Salmon's bold flavor means light seasoning works best—salt, pepper, and lemon elevate it perfectly. For extra tenderness, brine overnight with a 3:1 salt-to-sugar mix, rinse, then air fry. I skipped it here for speed.
Season salmon with salt and pepper. Preheat your air fryer if required. My Philips Airfryer XXL uses Rapid Air technology, so no preheat needed—super convenient. It also comes with a grill plate that's ideal for salmon, preventing sticking better than the basket. I lightly oiled it this time; next, I'll skip it.
Use fresh or fully thawed salmon. Air fry at 190°C for 7 minutes. Finish with lemon juice and fresh dill or parsley. Done!
Pair it however you like. On this quick-cook night, we had mashed potatoes and creamy spinach from the freezer, topped with crumbled boiled egg, herb breadcrumbs, and aroma seasoning—the kids devour it with minimal effort.
The salmon's ready in 7 minutes, matching the time for Meatless Farm veggie burgers on the stove. Dinner on the table in 15 minutes flat. We love cooking, but speedy meals are a win too!
New to air fryer cooking? After testing several models, I highly recommend the Philips Airfryer XXL.
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