Ingredients:

  • 2 (6-ounce/170g each) salmon fillets, skin on or off, pin bones removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (15 ml), freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (5 ml) (or a mix of dried oregano, basil, rosemary, and thyme)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (2.5 ml)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (1.25 ml)
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper (0.625 ml)
  • Fresh lemon wedges (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. (This is crucial for crispy skin!)
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Brush the marinade evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
  4. Consult your air fryer manual to see if preheating is recommended. If so, preheat to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Place salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin-side down (if using skin-on salmon), making sure they are not overlapping.
  6. Air fry for 8-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Check for doneness using an instant-read thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  7. Let the salmon rest for a minute or two before serving. Garnish with fresh lemon wedges and parsley, if desired.