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Air Fryer Dill Salmon

Salmon fillets seasoned with fresh dill, lemon, and garlic, then air fried to a delicate crust in under 12 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1-1.5 lb salmon fillets skin-on or skinless
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • kosher salt and black pepper
  • capers optional

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Meat thermometer
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon dry, then brush with oil and sprinkle with dill, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate 10 to 15 minutes if you have time.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (205°C).
  3. Cook skin-side down 8 to 10 minutes, until the thickest part reads 125 to 130°F.
  4. Rest 2 minutes, squeeze lemon over, and scatter capers if using.

Notes

Don't crowd the basket: fillets need space to brown rather than steam.
Swap: chives, tarragon, or parsley all stand in for dill.