How to Make Perfect Air Fryer Salmon + Free Flavor Guide!

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout fillets

💰Cheaper: canned salmon

Trout is a lean fish with similar flavor; canned salmon is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point; canola oil is often less expensive.

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.

Lightly spray the salmon fillets with olive oil spray.

In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Rub the seasoning blend evenly on the salmon fillets.

Place the seasoned salmon fillets in your air fryer basket, skin side down.

Air fry the salmon at 400°F for 7-9 minutes, depending on the thickness, until fully cooked when the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

Serve the cooked salmon warm and enjoy!

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