Description
Quick and easy Air Fryer Garlic Butter Salmon that combines delicious flavors of garlic and butter with the health benefits of salmon. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (fresh or thawed)
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down in a shallow dish or on a plate.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and minced garlic. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over the salmon, ensuring it’s generously coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket skin-side down and cook for 8-10 minutes until flaky and cooked through.
- Carefully remove the salmon, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve with a side of roasted veggies or a crisp salad.
Notes
Keep an eye on the salmon to avoid overcooking. Experiment with seasonings like lemon juice or paprika for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg