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Close-up of crispy air fryer salmon fillet topped with zesty garlic lemon butter sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.
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Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Served with Zesty Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy perfectly crispy salmon fillets topped with a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce, all cooked effortlessly in the air fryer.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 fillets salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) parsley (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Pat salmon dry, season with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Place salmon in air fryer basket, skin side down, and cook for 8-10 minutes until crispy.
  • Melt butter, sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes, then stir in lemon juice and zest. Remove from heat.
  • Drizzle the lemon garlic butter sauce over cooked salmon, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure not to overcook the salmon for best crispiness and flavor.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Salmon