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Air Fryer Lemon Dill Salmon Recipe

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This Air Fryer Lemon Dill Salmon recipe offers a quick, healthy, and flavorful way to enjoy tender salmon fillets infused with fresh dill and bright lemon slices. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer, this dish is a perfect balance of zesty citrus and herbaceous notes, making for a delicious weeknight dinner or impressive meal for guests.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Seasoning

  • 4 center-cut salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Lemon

  • 2 lemons, sliced into ⅛” thick slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps in achieving a nice texture during cooking. Brush each fillet with olive oil on all sides to keep the fish moist and enhance browning.
  2. Season the Fillets: Sprinkle salt and pepper evenly over the salmon fillets according to your taste. Then generously coat the top surfaces with chopped fresh dill, pressing lightly so the dill adheres to the fish.
  3. Add Lemon Slices: Place the lemon slices on top of each seasoned fillet, ensuring they cover the fish evenly. The lemon slices will infuse the salmon with fresh citrus flavor both during and after cooking.
  4. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for about 3-5 minutes, which helps to ensure the fillets cook evenly and produce a deliciously crisp exterior.
  5. Air Fry the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin-side down if applicable, ensuring there is some space between fillets for air circulation. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking times can vary depending on thickness of the fillets.
  6. Serve: Carefully remove the cooked salmon from the air fryer using a spatula. Serve immediately, optionally with extra lemon wedges or fresh dill for garnish, alongside your preferred sides.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time if your salmon fillets are particularly thick or thin to prevent overcooking or undercooking.
  • Make sure to preheat the air fryer for best results, which helps cook the salmon evenly and create a nice texture.
  • You can substitute fresh dill with dried dill if fresh is unavailable—use about 1 tablespoon dried dill instead.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, marinate the salmon in olive oil, lemon juice, and dill for 15-30 minutes before air frying.
  • Check doneness by observing that the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.

Keywords: Air Fryer Salmon, Lemon Dill Salmon, Healthy Salmon Recipe, Quick Salmon Dinner, Air Fryer Seafood

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