Keto Air Fryer Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful **Keto Air Fryer Salmon** recipe! Perfect for those following a low-carb lifestyle, these salmon fillets are coated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, and herbs like dill and paprika, then air-fried to achieve a perfectly crispy crust on the outside while staying tender and flaky on the inside. Ready in just 22 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is ideal for busy nights but fancy enough for entertaining. With minimal oil required and a cook time of only 12 minutes in the air fryer, this healthy dish is as convenient as it is delicious. Serve with a fresh lemon wedge for a bright, tangy finish, and enjoy a satisfying keto-friendly meal that's bursting with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking.
Pat dry the salmon fillets with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. This will help the seasoning adhere better and create a crispy crust.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, dried dill, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well blended.
Brush the olive oil mixture evenly over each salmon fillet. Make sure to cover both sides generously to infuse the flavor.
Carefully place the salmon fillets into the air fryer basket, skin-side down, making sure not to overcrowd. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
Cook the salmon in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes. The salmon is done when it easily flakes with a fork and has a cooked internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Once cooked, remove the salmon fillets gently from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
Serve each piece with a lemon wedge and enjoy your delicious, keto-friendly meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.0 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 380 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 36.0 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 113 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
