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Frozen Salmon In The Air Fryer

Frozen Salmon In The Air Fryer

Anjali
Air fryer frozen salmon is a game-changer for busy weeknight dinners, delivering restaurant-quality results in just 15 minutes. This perfectly cooked salmon fillet packs an impressive 34g of protein while keeping preparation hassle-free.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 408 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 frozen salmon filets about 6 ounces each
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • Fresh parsley minced, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer using the pre-heat function or by heating it at 350ºF/175ºC for 5 minutes. Once preheated, spray your air fryer basket with olive oil spray.
  • Add the salmon skin side down to the air fryer basket and brush the filets with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook at 380ºF/190ºC for 6 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the butter, lemon juice, and grated garlic. Brush the garlic butter over the salmon filets and cook for an additional 6-8 minutes, or until your desired doneness.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon.
  • Enjoy this salmon on a salad, over rice, or with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Calories: 408kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 34gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 124mgSodium: 747mgPotassium: 854mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 420IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mg
Keyword air fryer seafood, crispy salmon, frozen fish cooking, healthy air fryer dinner, quick frozen fish
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