Description
This Air Fryer Honey Lemon Salmon comes together in about 15 minutes, perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the sauce.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Brush the salmon fillets with the honey lemon mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Place the salmon skin side down in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
- Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Minimal cleanup; just a bowl and the air fryer to wash. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg