This Easy Air Fryer Salmon is absolute perfection with crisp, seared edges, and tender inside. And it doesn’t get easier! All you need is an air fryer, three ingredients, and ten minutes (or less) and the main part of a healthy dinner is ready to go!

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beautiful air fryer salmon fillets on a bamboo board

Recipe Highlights:

It is high time that my easy air fryer salmon recipe makes it on to my website! This recipe has made salmon my favorite easy, healthy dinner – hands down!

You only need 3 ingredients– salmon, a little oil, and seasoning (I’ll share my favorites below!).
Ten minutes (tops) is all you need to air fry salmon.
Kid-friendly – air fryer salmon has made one of kids obsessed with salmon!
Healthy – salmon is a great source of heart healthy omega-3 essential fatty acids, great for brain health!
High protein – on top of the healthy fats, salmon is also a nutrient-dense, protein-rich food.

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions:

For a full ingredient list with quantities, please check out the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

ingredients to make easy air fryer salmon with tajin

Salmon – of course! Use whatever kind of salmon you have, prefer, or is in your budget. Fresh, frozen, wild-caught, Alaskan – it all works!
Oil – you really don’t need a lot, especially because salmon is a fatty fish itself, but I find even just a gentle spray of olive or avocado oil on top helps the seasoning adhere better and results in a delicious “seared” crust.
Seasoning – you can go as simple or as complex as you’d like here. When cooking for my kids, I often just do salt and pepper and serve with a little lemon on the side. But my current favorite is what’s pictured above – Tajin seasoning! The chili lime flavor pairs perfectly with salmon!

How to Make Salmon in the Air Fryer:

For complete instructions, please check out the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

salmon fillets in the air fryer with tajin seasoning

It really is very simple! Season the top of your salmon with a little oil and Tajin, or any other seasoning you prefer. Place your salmon in the air fryer, skin side down, if it has skin.

easy air fryer salmon with tajin seasoning

Air fry for 7-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets. The salmon is done when it has turned more opaque and the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit. (A meat thermometer is a must in every kitchen, in my opinion! This is the meat thermometer I have had for years.)

How to Easily Remove Salmon Skin

If your salmon comes with skin on, yes you can eat it! But if you’re not a fan, I recommend cooking the salmon with the skin on. Then, after cooking/ air frying, the skin very easily pulls off.

Flavor Variations

Salt + Pepper: keep it simple! Not going to lie, this is my kids’ favorite. It also makes a great basic fish for adding different sauces to.
Barbecue: salt, pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder — top with barbecue sauce the last 1-2 minutes!
Lemon: add lemon zest to the seasoning before air frying, then top with lemon juice before eating.
Chili Lime: I use Tajin seasoning to keep it nice and easy!
Other Seasoning Blends: Herbes de Provence, Italian seasoning, Adobo seasoning…there are so many options out there, and all can be delicious ways to flavor your salmon.

tajin air fryer salmon served over a salad

Salmon Meal Prep

Can you meal prep salmon? Yes! Air fryer salmon will last up to three days in the fridge. You can store it as part of a meal (I like using these three compartment glass containers) or on top of a salad (using these containers).

How to Serve

As a dietitian, I recommend serving this salmon as part of a balanced meal. Consider adding foods you enjoy that are nutrient-dense with complex carbohydrates, vegetables, etc.

One of my go-to easy dinners is this air fryer salmon on top of a salad kit. It can really be that simple! Some of my other favorite salads to pair it with include my apple manchego salad, edamame cucumber salad, butternut beetroot salad, Mediterranean cucumber salad, or mango cucumber salad.

You can serve with a baked potato, mashed potatoes (love my greek yogurt mashed potatoes!), sweet potatoes, or a higher fiber pasta with a delicious sauce.

And of course as a dietitian, I’m a huge fan of adding veggies! It can be as simple as a salad kit or frozen veggies, or something like my miso roasted vegetables or prosciutto green beans.

forkful of tender, flaky air fryer salmon

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