Whole30 Air Fryer Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful and nutritious Whole30 Air Fryer Salmon recipe. Ready in just 20 minutes, including prep and cook time, this dish pairs tender, flaky salmon fillets with bold seasonings like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and dried dill, all brightened by a touch of zesty lemon juice. The air fryer ensures perfectly cooked salmon with a crisp exterior while preserving its moist, buttery texture inside—no fuss, no mess! Perfect for those following Whole30 or simply seeking a healthy, quick, and satisfying meal, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and packed with omega-3s. Serve it fresh from the air fryer alongside lemon wedges for a vibrant finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 6-ounce portions salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 for serving lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
While the air fryer is preheating, pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice.
Brush the salmon fillets generously with the olive oil and lemon juice mixture on both sides.
In another small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried dill, sea salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle this seasoning mixture evenly over the salmon fillets, pressing gently to adhere.
Place the seasoned salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin side down, making sure they are not overcrowded.
Air fry the salmon at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.7 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 1715 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 142.9 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 153 mg | 3% | |
*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.
