Salmon is a versatile and delicious fish that has a rich flavor and health benefits. With the convenience of an air fryer, you can now enjoy delicious salmon fillets in no time. This 5-ingredient air fryer frozen salmon fillet recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a healthy and satisfying meal without the hassle.
Our air fryer is one of our most popular kitchen appliances. The kids are always cooking something in it. Some of our favorite air fryer recipes are air fryer roasted sweet potatoes, okra fries, and even some twisted air fryer bacon!
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Ingredients
You need just a few ingredients to make this recipe! You will need:
- Salmon fillets
- Avocado oil
- Salt & Pepper
- Parsley flakes
- Zest of one fresh lemon
- Fresh lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
It's very simple to make air fryer frozen salmon fillets. It takes just a few simple steps:
Brush both sides of your salmon fillets with avocado oil.
Season your salmon fillets with salt and pepper and lemon zest.
Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer, skin side down.
Cook, then remove salmon fillets from the air fryer and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges before serving.
Begin by preheating your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for approximately 5 minutes.
Using a paper towel, gently pat the salmon fillets dry to eliminate any excess moisture.
Brush both sides of the salmon fillets with avocado oil. Evenly season the fillets with salt and black pepper, ensuring thorough coverage. Grate fresh lemon zest over the salmon fillets, distributing it evenly for enhanced flavor. Arrange the salmon fillets in a single layer within the air fryer basket, skin-side down.
Air fry the salmon for 7-10 minutes (10-12 minutes for frozen salmon fillets) or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the flesh is opaque and easily flakes with a fork. Once cooked, carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer and allow it to rest for a few minutes. Serve your air fryer salmon with fresh lemon wedges on the side and a sprinkle of parsley.
Substitutions
This recipe is naturally gluten free and dairy free. You can substitute the avocado oil if you want, but avocado oil works best against the temperature of the air fryer.
Variations
Try using some different spices and herbs! Try our 5 ingredient rosemary lemon salmon to change things up!
Equipment
I love my air fryer! We have a double sided air fryer that works perfect for our family. I can cook the salmon fillets on one side of the air fryer, then make some roasted okra fries on the other side.
Storage
If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. You can enjoy them cold or gently reheat them in the microwave or oven. To reheat salmon in the air fryer, cook at 400 degrees for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
FAQ
To reheat salmon in the air fryer, preheat your oven to 400 degrees then cook for 2-3 minutes in the air fryer until heated through.
Absolutely! If you have fresh salmon on hand, you can use it instead of frozen. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly, as fresh salmon typically cooks faster than frozen.
To prevent sticking, you can lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush it with a little oil before placing the salmon fillets inside.
Absolutely! While this recipe focuses on salmon, you can use the same method to cook other types of fish fillets, such as cod, tilapia, or trout. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly based on the thickness of the fillets.
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5 Ingredient Air Fryer Frozen Salmon Fillet
Equipment
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 4 7 ounce salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon each salt and black pepper
- 1 teaspoon parsley flakes
- Zest of one fresh lemon
- Fresh lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for approximately 5 minutes.
- Using a paper towel, gently pat the salmon fillets dry to eliminate any excess moisture.
- Brush both sides of the salmon fillets evenly with avocado oil.
- Evenly season the fillets with salt and black pepper.
- Grate fresh lemon zest evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Arrange the seasoned salmon fillets in a single layer within the air fryer basket, ensuring they are positioned skin-side down for even cooking.
- Air fry the salmon for 7-10 minutes (10-12 minutes for frozen fillets), or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the flesh is opaque and easily flakes with a fork, adjusting the cooking time if necessary based on the thickness of the fillets.
- Once cooked to perfection, carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer and allow it to rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Enhance the dish by sprinkling parsley over the top of the fillets and garnishing with fresh lemon wedges on the side.
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These are my favorite dishes to serve with these air fryer frozen salmon fillets:
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