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Easy Lemon Dill Air Fryer Salmon in 10 Minutes

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A quick and foolproof air fryer salmon recipe with bright lemon and dill flavors, ready in under 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights when you need a healthy, delicious dinner fast.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin on or off
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried dill)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional garnish: lemon slices, fresh dill sprigs, flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush the mixture generously over all sides of the salmon fillets. Let sit for 2-3 minutes at room temperature.
  5. Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin-side down (if using skin-on), leaving at least ½ inch of space between each fillet.
  6. Cook at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, depending on thickness. Do not flip the salmon.
  7. Check for doneness: salmon should flake easily with a fork and look opaque throughout, or reach 145°F in the thickest part.
  8. Let the salmon rest for 2 minutes before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh lemon slices, extra dill sprigs, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, pat salmon very dry before seasoning. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. If salmon has skin, cook skin-side down without flipping. Let salmon come to room temperature for 10-15 minutes before cooking for even cooking. If using frozen salmon, add 3-4 minutes to cooking time. To reheat leftovers, use air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.

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