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Impress seafood lovers with this easy Air fryer Lemon Pepper Salmon over a bowl of rice or crunchy fresh salad. It is ready in about 10 minutes, I foresee it being your regular weekly rotation. It is so delicious and satisfying, topped with lemon butter sauce. Everyone will come for seconds, that’s for sure.

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This lemon pepper salmon is well seasoned and moist

I have really been using my air fryer a lot lately . I mean , it is so convenient! I made Air fryer BBQ Chicken and Air fryer Salmon steaks. I promise to share more as I experiment with my favorite Southern recipes but in the air fryer. It is just so convenient to use and the Lemon Pepper Salmon came out perfectly delicious in the air fryer.

Today I am sharing my recipe for Air Fryer lemon pepper salmon. It is topped with a lemon butter sauce , and y’all -this is going to be a new favorite air fryer recipe in your house.

Ingredients list

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Seasonings used included lemon pepper , garlic powder , and paprika
  • 2 salmon filets 6-8 ounces each
  • olive oil non-stick spray
  • 3/4 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • parsley optional garnish

How to make the perfect Lemon Pepper Salmon in the air fryer

  1. Preheat the air fryer and spray with olive oil non-stick spray
  2. Spray salmon filets with olive oil non-stick spray, then season salmon filets with lemon pepper, garlic powder, and paprika
  3. Air fry at 390 degrees for 9-12 minutes depending on the thickness of the filets and desired doneness
  4. Remove salmon from the air fryer and set aside
  5. In a small bowl melt butter and add lemon juice – mix well
  6. Spoon lemon butter over salmon filets
  7. Garnish with parsley
  8. Serve and enjoy!
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I use the Ninja Foodi brand airfryer and have for years – I love it
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Pour the lemon butter sauce over the air fryer lemon pepper filets when they are done cooking and garnish with parsley
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Glam Kitchen Tips

  • Pat dry the salmon filets before seasoning them.
  • Line up your air fryer basket with foil if you want to keep those flavorful salmon juices.
  • When poaching the salmon, add a little bit of lemon juice so the lemon flavor gives it a headstart in taste.
  • When buying salmon always make sure to pick the freshest, you can check this by touching it with your finger. It should spring back and stay firm, if it falls apart that will be an indication that it is not fresh.
  • Preheat your air fryer then spray your air fryer with non stick spray
  • I prefer using skin on salmon in the air fryer , for some reason it tastes more moist to me

Substitutes and Variation

  • Try this recipe with Tuna steaks or Tilapia.
  • If you don’t have an Air fryer then you could try this recipe on a grill for that smoky flavor.
  • Make it spicy with crushed chili flakes for that extra spicy kick.
  • You could also make lemon pepper salmon bites, these would make a great snack.

Serving suggestions

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I had this Air-fried Lemon Pepper Salmon with rice and broccoli but here are a few ideas that will go well with this lemon pepper salmon.

  • Garlic butter sauteed Asparagus
  •  Roasted baby potatoes
  • Pasta
  • Air fryer green beans
  • Kale salad
  • Creamy mashed potatoes
  • Tomato cucumber avo salad


FAQ

How will I know the salmon is done cooking?

You can test the doneness of salmon by using a fork to check if it has a light pink color and is flaky. If you have a thermometer, the thickest part of the salmon should be between 135F to 145F.

Why is my Salmon all tough and dry?

It could be that you overcooked the salmon. A guideline for cooking salmon in the air fryer is 5-6 minutes for medium rare salmon and 8-12 minutes for well done. This might also differ from one air fryer brand to the next, use a thermometer to check the doneness of your salmon as well.

Can I store leftovers in the fridge?

Yes, you can put your leftover salmon in an airtight container, wrap it with foil, and then put it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat using a preheated air fryer for 2 minutes or microwave for 2-3 minutes.

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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Salmon

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Salmon Recipe

Impress seafood lovers with this easy Air fryer Lemon Pepper Salmon over a bowl of rice or crunchy fresh salad. It is ready in about 10 minutes, I foresee it being your regular weekly rotation.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course, seafood
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 175 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 salmon filets 6-8 ounces each
  • olive oil non stick spray
  • 3/4 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • parsley optiona garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer and spray with olive oil non stick spray
  • Spray salmon filets with olive oil non stick spray , then season salmon filets with lemon pepper , garlic powder , and paprika
  • Air fry on 390 degrees for 9-12 minutes depending on thickness of filets and desired doneness
  • Remove salmon from air fryer and set aside
  • In a small bowl melt butter and add lemon juice – mix well
  • Spoon lemon butter over salmon filets
  • Garnish with parsley
  • Serve and enjoy!
Keyword Air Fryer, salmon, seafood