Air Fryer Salmon is utterly tender and flaky inside, with a blush of crispness on top. It’s quick and easy to make (cooks in 10 minutes!) and so darn delicious, it will make it basically impossible for you to ever order salmon in a restaurant again.
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Air fryer salmon convinced me to buy an air fryer.
I’m hesitant to purchase extra appliances (and let’s be honest, the air fryer is big), but as soon as I tasted air fryer salmon, I knew it was worth it.
As all of my air fryer recipes can attest, it’s more than earned its place in my kitchen!
While I love my Baked Salmon and Pan Seared Salmon, when it comes to speed and ease, you can’t beat the air fryer.
Plus the easy clean up is a total win.
The air fryer works especially well for lean proteins like Air Fryer Chicken Breasts and Air Fryer Fish. Its high-powered convection cooking can crisp their outsides without drying them out.
This air fryer salmon recipe is the best because it’s fast, flexible, and foolproof. You can use any seasoning or marinade (I love this sweet and savory Salmon Marinade or my go-to Salmon Seasoning), then follow the time and temperature in this recipe.
This salmon is ready in 10 minutes and cooks basically hands-free. It’s a backpocket dinner go-to!
Key Ingredients
You’ll find the full list of ingredients in the recipe card below, but here are some notes to keep in mind.
- Salmon. I prefer to cook this salmon with skin on, as the fillet holds together more easily, and I find skin-on salmon yields more moist and flaky results than salmon with the skin removed.
- Brown Sugar or Honey. Brown sugar or honey gives the salmon the perfect amount of sweetness and helps it caramelize.
- Dijon Mustard. Tangy, zippy, and pairs wonderfully with the brown sugar/honey and soy sauce.
- Soy Sauce. A salty umami bomb that coats the salmon in scrumptious flavor.
- Ginger. While optional, adding a pinch to make salmon with ginger gives the sauce a subtle, lively touch and, as this Soy Ginger Salmon shows, it’s a stellar combo with the soy sauce.
- Garlic. A seafood flavor BFF (Garlic Salmon with Lemon Butter agrees).
How to Cook Salmon in the Air Fryer
Dry and Season. Pat the salmon dry to help it crisp, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Stir the Glaze Together. Spread the mixture over the salmon.
Line Your Basket. For easy clean up, line the air fryer basket with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Start the salmon skin-side down.
Cook. Air fry salmon at 400 degrees F for 6 to 11 minutes. ENJOY!
TIP!
The best way to know when salmon is done is to use an instant read thermometer like this one.
- Per the FDA, salmon should be cooked to internal temperature of 145 degrees F in the thickest part of the salmon.
- To make sure your air fry salmon isn’t dry, remove it around 135 degrees F, then cover it and let it rest. The carryover cooking will bring it to temperature, and your salmon will be moist and flaky.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Salmon
- Asparagus. Asparagus and salmon are a classic pairing. While the salmon is in the air fryer, prepare this fast Grilled Asparagus or Roasted Asparagus, or make Air Fryer Asparagus.
- Other Vegetables. You can pair any veggie with salmon. For a comfort-food dinner, try Roasted Fingerling Potatoes. For something green, Sauteed Brussels Sprouts are excellent.
- Salad. Salad is an ideal side dish with salmon. Asian Noodle Salad would pair perfectly for something different, or keep it classic with green Arugula Salad.
- Whole Grains. Add some fiber and healthy carbohydrates to the meal by adding a serving of Instant Pot Brown Rice.
Seasoning Suggestions
- Garlic Lemon. Replace the Dijon mustard and soy sauce in this recipe with 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, increase the garlic powder to 1 1/2 teaspoons, and add 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Arrange lemon slices on top of the salmon while cooking.
- Honey Garlic. Use 2 tablespoons honey, 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and omit the soy sauce and ginger. Season the cooked salmon with an extra pinch of salt.
- Teriyaki. Brush the salmon with your favorite teriyaki sauce prior to cooking (see this Teriyaki Salmon for inspiration).
- Spicy Salmon. Season the salmon with your favorite Cajun seasoning, or try the seasoning from this Spicy Salmon recipe or this Buffalo Salmon.
Leftover Ideas
Flaked leftover cooked salmon can be used in many ways!
- Add it to scrambled eggs or Crustless Quiche (especially good with goat cheese and dill).
- Add it to Homemade Fried Rice.
- Make Salmon Salad to serve in a sandwich, in lettuce wraps, or over greens or a bed of quinoa.
- Turn it into air fryed salmon patties by swapping it for the canned salmon in this Salmon Patty Recipe or the Salmon Quinoa Cakes in my cookbook.
Cooking From Frozen
You can cook frozen salmon in the air fryer!
To make this recipe with frozen salmon, preheat your air fryer to 360 degrees F. Lay the salmon on aluminum foil in the air fryer and cook for about 7 minutes or until thawed.
Drizzle the soy/mustard mixture over the top of the filets as directed, then cook for another 6 to 11 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Keep the Skin On. To help the fish hold together, I recommend to air fry salmon with the skin on—take the skin off salmon after cooking. I typically serve the salmon with the skin on, then let guests peel away their skin (the cooked salmon will flake off easily with a fork).
- Don’t Wrap the Fish. It is not necessary to wrap salmon in foil in the air fryer—in fact, it will make it harder for it to crisp.
- Don’t Flip the Salmon. Thanks to the power of the heating element and constant heat circulation, it is not necessary to flip salmon in the air fryer.
- Make It Bite-Sized. See this recipe for Air Fryer Salmon Bites.
Air Fryer Salmon
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Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets about 6 ounces each
- Pinch kosher salt
- Pinch ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch ground ginger optional
Instructions
- With paper towels, pat the salmon dry. Sprinkle lightly on both sides with salt and pepper.
- For easy cleanup, line the air fryer basket with aluminum foil. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F according to the manufacturer’s instructions (for my air fryer, that is 3 minutes).
- In a small bowl or larger liquid measuring cup, mix together the brown sugar, Dijon, oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, and ginger (if using). Spoon all over the top of the salmon.
- Slide out the air fryer basket and set it on a heatproof surface. Place the fillets in the basket so that they are not touching.
- Cook the salmon in the air fryer for 6 to 11 minutes, depending upon their thickness and your model (fillets around 1 inch will need 8 to 9 minutes). Do not overcook or the salmon will be dry. Salmon is done when it registers 145 degrees F on an instant read thermometer (I remove mine a few degrees early, let it rest, then the carryover cooking finishes the job). Check it a few times towards the end to make sure it doesn’t overcook.
- Transfer to a serving plate. Enjoy hot, with a sprinkle of additional salt and pepper as desired.
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Notes
- TO STORE: Refrigerate salmon in an airtight storage container for up to 2 days.
- TO REHEAT: Gently reheat leftovers in a skillet on the stovetop over medium-low heat until just warmed through.
Nutrition
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New to air frying–will try this salmon but is there brown paper underneath the foil?
Hi June, I hope you enjoy it! No brown paper underneath the foil, that is just the reflection of the light! Thanks!
very good and very easy. I’m cooking for one now so it was perfect.
So glad you enjoyed it Marie! Thank you for this kind review!
Hi, I don’t like dijon mustard. Would you suggest I use a different mustard or just leave it out ? Thanks
Hi Susan! I haven’t tested this recipe leaving the mustard out, so not sure how it would turn out. You could use any kind of mustard you’d like but the flavor may slightly be different. If you try it, let me know!
Made this tonight for my hubby. We both gobbled it up! It was very quick and easy, I will be making it more!!
Hi Jenny! So glad you enjoyed the salmon! Thank you for this kind review!
Hands down the best salmon recipe!! Nice crust and delicious flavor….so easy to make quickly in the air fryer with this recipe. I used aluminum foil as suggested and the clean up was a snap.This will now be on heavy rotation in my house. Thanks Erin!!!
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I haven’t yet tried this recipe because the only salmon I seem to find lately are those really thin fillets in the grocery store freezers. I’m talking 3-4 oz tops per fillet. It’s as though the driving thought is to get as many so-called fllets from each salmon as possible, resulting in such thin cuts I’m almost afraid to try to cook them. I was hoping for an air fryer recipe would work. Any advise? This looks really delicious!
Hi Nancy! Since that is all you can find, I would suggest in testing one out and work with the cook time. You’ll have to play around some with it! Let me know how it goes!
Finally another salmon recipe worth repeating! I used minced ginger with home grown honey and wow, my husband and I were so impressed. Thank you!!
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I just wanted to know what salmon you prefer. We love salmon but seems like every time we end up with salmon with a fishy taste. Thank you for sharing! Can’t wait to try it!
Hi Dottie! I do not have a preference, I normally get what is fresh and on sale. If you are finding yours has a fishy taste there could be multiple reason to why that is. Hope this helps!
Make sure you are getting Atlantic salmon and not sockeye salmon which is more orange and has a stronger fishy flavor.
An outstanding salmon recipe! This will be on regular dinner rotation 😊
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Great food with less effort…just how cooking should be! Absolutely loved this recipe and will definitely be making again! Also really loved the aluminum foil tip.
Hi Bailey! So glad you enjoyed the salmon! Thank you for this kind review!
I have No name frozen salmon fillets, would those work in this recipe?
Hi Linda! I’ve only tested the recipe as written and I am not familiar with that brand. If you decide to experiment, let me know how it goes!
I made this today. I had it with Arugula /baby Spinach and Avocado dressing. Absolutely delicious. Thank you for this recipe.
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I’m new to air frying. My particular air fryer has a pre-setting for fish and the manual recommends 350* for salmon. Your recipe states 400*. Which should I go with?
Hi Christine! Since all air fryers are different, I recommend going with the recipe. Hope this helps!
This recipe was my first attempt at air frying. So glad it was a success! Nice and crisp texture on the outside with a moist inside. The flavor was incredible! This will be a go to recipe for salmon. I used the honey instead of brown sugar. I also purchased perforated parchment paper for the Ninja AF101 and that made cleanup a snap (didn’t use foil – I wanted the air flow)! And I love how quickly a meal comes together using an air fryer.
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I I have a Breville toaster oven with air fryer capabilities. What temperature would you recommend to make this salmon? And for how long? This looks so good.
Thanks
Marcia
Hi Marcia! I have no idea because I do not have that particular brand. It should air fry the same thought. If you decide to try it out, let me know how it goes!
My favorite way have salmon! It was juicy and full of flavor!
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So easy to make & easy to adapt to more or fewer servings. The cooking time suggestions were right on! Definitely delicious!
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absolutely delcious!! will definitely make again thank yoU!!!
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Amazing! I order salmon whenever I can. My first attempt and it is sooo good!
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I was hesitant to use the air fryer for my very expensive salmon. But I followed the recipe, omitting the dijon mustard as my husband dislikes it. The salmon turned out fantastic and perfectly cooked although it took about twice as long as directed. It was a good hunk of salmon! I loved the salty sweetness of the glaze.
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Nice and moist, could have more flavor. Please, please, please do not put foil in when preheating. The foil will suck up into the fan and start a fire!!!!!
Hi Dorothy! I’m so glad you enjoyed the salmon. Thanks for sharing your concern. I actually have never heard this before. The only downside I know of with foil is that it can make it a little hard for air to circulate so your food might not get as crisp. Air fryers use hot air to cook food, they don’t generate heat like a microwave, so foil won’t catch from everything I have read. Can you share where you learned this? I’d like to know more. Here’s an article I was referencing: https://www.southernliving.com/food/kitchen-assistant/can-you-put-aluminum-foil-in-air-fryer“
Yum. I think my husband is done grilling salmon….
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This was so delicious and easy! My 9 year old helped to make it and loved it! Will definitely be making again!
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Absolutely perfect and we loved the seasoning! Keeper.
Hi Natasha! So glad you enjoyed the salmon! Thank you for this kind review!
We switched out the honey for real maple syrup and it was amazing! Try it!
Hi Peggy! So glad you enjoyed the salmon! Thank you for this kind review!
Yes! This is indeed a five star entree! I didn’t have any soy sauce so I used Yoshida sauce. I will definitely make this many more times. It’s perfect for company too! Thank you!!!
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I will never grill or broil again!
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This is an amazing way to cook salmon! I am new to the air fryer, and this was delicious. I used honey and added the ginger. Since I like my salmon medium rare, I only cooked it for 5 minutes and let it rest for about 4. It was cooked through, but like butter! Thank you! Will try more of your recipes!
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I love this salmon! I’ve made it multiple times to rave reviews! It’s so easy and comes out juicy and sweet & tangy.
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1st time to use air fryer ! Well plated by Erin was a wonderful recipe for salmon. Honey , soy sauce cooked on foil was delicious. Bev
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Wow!! This is the best salmon recipe I’ve ever tried!! Thank you for sharing. I definitely will
make this again and bookmarked the recipe!!
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Do you use bake or air fry dial for the salmon? I m new to using the air fryer
Hi Janet, this salmon is an air fryer salmon, so you would be air frying it.
Awesome, very tasty, and very very easy to make.
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I was hesitant to try the air fryer vs baking a beautiful sockeye filet, in the fear it would somehow ruin it. However, I followed Erin’s recipe to the “t” and it came out better than baking it(or at least as close, lol). Fantastic recipe! Thanks, Erin!
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It looks very easy to make I’ll try to cook it in my Air Fryer. Thank you Erin
I hope you enjoy the recipe, Cesar!
Phenomenal recipe!! I used your ingredients.. just lots more of it and also added a splash of sugar free teriyaki.., easily the best salmon I’ve ever made!!!!! I make a secret sauce to go with it and my kids loved it!!! Thank you!!
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Flavorful, simple and fast! Thank you!
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I made this Wednesday night and my son asked me to make it again tonight. They sauce is amazing so I doubled it this time. Thank you for sharing this recipe.
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Great recipe thanks x
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This is a delicious recipe! I used sockeye salmon. I will definitely use this recipe again, thank you for sharing!
Sherri
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Can’t *wait* to try this tonight! Just wondering — do you have to adjust the cook timing at all if you’re only doing one fillet? Was reading Mabel’s comment and thinking I should only do 5min or so, since it’s only 1 fillet, and I also like my salmon *just* cooked.
Hi Kelly! I don’t believe you would need to adjust the time. I would definitely watch the internal temperature since you prefer a just cooked filet. Hope you enjoy it!
This was EXCELLENT!! I normally shy away from salmon but this sounded close to a marinade that i have for fish but don’t like the smell in the kitchen. This was sooooo easy, so quick AND in the air fryer – no smell. Absolutely 5 stars. Salmon came out more moist than I’ve ever had it in a restaurant. The sauce was delicious. Thank you
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Salmon was delicious and so easy!! I will definitely use this recipe again!
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The Salmon is the best we ever had
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I’ve made this 3 times and it is delicious! This recipe is in my “Winner Winner” file. Thanks for a simple recipe that tastes so complex!
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Easy and delicious!
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We loved this and it’s so easy!! Making it again tonight!! Love salmon in the air fryer!❤️
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This was a keeper! Most recipes for salmon call for lemon but I didn’t have any. Found this and, wow 👌 it is great. I added a little diced onion on top before cooking. Everyone liked it. My daughter said it tasted like the sauce you get at the hibachi 😋
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Fantastic recipe..
I WILL NEVER AGAIN COOK SALMON ANY OTHER WAY THAN IN THE AIRFRYER!
It turned out beautiful and moist… This was first time for me COOKING this way as I usually do it under the grill/broiler…..I only cooked salmon for 6 minutes.. Could not believe the end result…
Will definitely make this again….
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this was very good and quick to cook. 7 minutes in my air fryer. my salmon didn’t have any skin. i flipped it over and glazed the other side.
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The best salmon I ever made. You must try this.
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I have a recipe that I have had for years that was an indoor recipe I adapted to cooking out on my grill with cedar planks. With all the good reviews I’m interested in trying the air fryer recipe for something different and for times the cedar planks may not be available at certain stores. You stated a pinch of ground ginger. Would you have an opinion on possibly using fresh ginger as that is something I always have on hand and any recommendations on the amount Thanks
Hi Michelle! You could probably use fresh ginger. 1/4 tsp ground ginger is equivalent to 1 tablespoon fresh ginger which might help you in deciding how much fresh to use! Hope you enjoy the salmon!
Great bestglaze ever. Thanks for the recipe
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I just had to come back and comment after making this it was so easy and so good! Thank you for posting :)
Hi Sarah! So glad you did! THANK YOU!
This recipe was truly amazing. I just made it a few minutes ago and my 6 and 7 year olds couldn’t get enough. It’s really hard to get them to eat fish without it being fried. This right here is a winner! Thank you so much!
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Incredibly easy and fast! Immediately saved and sent the recipe to my mother & sister-in-law! This will be my new go-to. 😋
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Easy and delicious!
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So delicious. Will make agsin and again! My piece needed more time, but I think it’s the air fryer I have (Breville).
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Very good and easy.
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I am trying to eat more salmon each week. This recipe was simple and absolutely delicious! It took no time at all. I purchased the single serving vacuum sealed frozen salmon portions and cut this recipe in half to serve one. Wow! I will definitely make this again!
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While not a big fan of salmon, I found this recipe delicious! Quick and easy to make. Will definitely make again!
So happy to hear that Marie!
I’ve never cooked Salmon before and this recipe was easy and very delicious! Can’t wait to try a few variations using honey, garlic and lemon! Definitely making it again, soon!
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I made this recipe last night. The glaze is super yummy (!), but I used coconut aminos instead of soy, since that’s what I had, and I think soy would have resulted in a bit deeper umami flavor. My salmon filets were evidently enormous because it took 12 minutes in the AF to cook. I wish I would have cut them in half. And I have decided that next time, I will cut them into bites and double the glaze recipe (using soy sauce). I made some sauteed spinach with shallots and crushed red peppers on the side, which complemented it well. I’m not eating grains right now, but rice would have been great. I will definitely use this recipe again and am so glad I found it!
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My husband loves this recipe for salmon! Have it this way at least once a week
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Absolutely beautiful
Thanks Brenda!
I love salmon and have eaten it many times over the years. This was the BEST salmon I have ever eaten, anywhere. I followed the recipe to the letter and cooked it in the air fryer. Crisp on the outside, most and tender on the inside. This will be my go-to salmon recipe going forward. Outstanding!
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Made this salmon this eve. It was delicious! Served with brown rice, veggie medley and salad. The glaze really enhanced the salmon. Will definitely make again
Thanks
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Thanks Erin!
I loved your recipe. Everything turned out perfectly!
As you said, juicy on the inside, browned on the outside!!
Bookmarked for future use!
Looking forward to trying it again with Teriyaki sauce.
Much appreciated!!
Kez x.x.x.
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I cook salmon all the time but have never tried it in my airfryer. Had to use tamari due to allergies but this was one of the most delicious salmon recipes I have ever made or tasted. Served it with Japanese fried rice and asparagus, everyone loved it and finished the extra salmon I had cooked for the next day!!!
Will absolutely keep this recipe and use in the future, so quick and easy. I’m off to check out your other recipes!!
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I’ve made this a few times, and it always works out perfectly
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Best salmon EVER! Cooktimes and flavors were spot-on. Thx!
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So yummy! Turns out perfect every time.
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Thank you so much for this recipe! It was amazing!
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Recipe was easy to follow and well laid out. The dish was delicious. Thank you
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This recipe is so delicious! I will never make salmon any other way again.
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My mom introduced me to this recipe and we each must have made this recipe about 50 times now. WE LOVE IT!!!!!!!! I mainly use it on salmon, but have used it on other fish too. My husband, who is not a fish lover, will ask for this recipe. I have used more grainy Dijon mustard, but I find the smooth mustard makes the glaze better at the end. The airfryer I use is a Ninja. It works wonderfully. Thank you!
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How about writing about a recipe? After reading a text the size of the bible there was some kind of recipe toward the end. I never bothered to try it.
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Fabulous! Most delicious salmon I ever made. Who knew an air fryer could turn out such a magnificent meal?
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Really like using my air fryer. This is a nice straight forward salmon recipe, easy and flavorful. I went with Maple syrup instead of honey and might cut it back just a tad next time, or maybe go with brown sugar. Really can’t go wrong. Skipped the oil in the recipe, using Jail house Salmon which has a good bit of fat I think to begin with, not one of the leaner salmons, but really nice to cook and not dry out. I didn’t line my air fryer with anything and it wasn’t too bad to clean up after. Will do again. Had steamed fresh green beans and a pearl couscous with zucchini and cherry tomatoes to go with this.
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So good! I used quinoa as a base. I didn’t have any cornstarch so I used all purpose flour and it worked just fine. Will definitely be making again!
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This was fabulous. It’s my new ‘go to’ salmon recipe. It’s so much easier and faster in my air fryer! It’s healthy, diabetic friendly and clean up was a cinch!
Thank you!
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I just tried this recipe but used a sugar-free brown sugar. I did overcook the first batches by a bit but the last batch was really tasty! the air fryer method is perfect when finding the right time. for me, it was 6 min!
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This was delicious and so so easy! I followed the recipe exactly and first batch was awesome. Tweaked sauce a bit just to our sweetness preference and made a second batch. Also awesome.
Perfect weekenight meal that takes no time but tastes like it did. Definitely keeping in my dinner rotation. Thank you for a great recipe.
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This is delicious. I have had air fried salmon before, but the glaze in this recipe really puts it over the top.
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Simply amazing! My kids, who are usually a bit picky when it comes to fish, absolutely love it.
I never cooked salmon in an air fryer before, I usually cook chicken, pork and beef in the air fryer. Your recipe are on point and super easy to follow. The salmon that I made was moist and flaky it was perfect! I served the salmon with a simple side of roasted vegetables and a salad. It was a great combination. Thank you!
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So glad I found your website and your recipes. I love this salmon recipe. I copy your recipe but use onion powder instead of garlic.
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The convenience of cooking salmon in the air fryer is unmatched, I love the addition of honey in the recipe. So delicious!!
Fabulous news, thanks Mandy!
WOW this was so good and so fast. We loved it!
I’m so grateful for this salmon recipe! It made cooking salmon so much easier, it doesn’t take much time. I’ve already made this recipe several times and it became my kids favorite.
So great to hear, thanks. Monique!
DELISH! We cooked this up with some asparagus and basmati rice on the side. Perfect combination.
This was really easy and delicious. I made it along with quinoa and stir-fried kale. Perfect combination!
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This is now my favorite go-to to make salmon. Started at 7 minutes, then added 2 more and it was perfect. You have so many good recipes!
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This was delicious! I followed the recipe and added a couple spices I had in my pantry. It came out really good!
So happy to hear! Thank you Sally!
This was delicious! I use our air fryer for pork and chicken all the time, but this was my first try with fish. It turned out perfectly and couldn’t have been easier or faster!
Hi Annie! So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!
Never even considered air frying salmon! I chose to leave off the mustard and just did salt and pepper with olive oil and served with lemon wedges and it was perfect! Thank you for another simple and healthy recipe!
So happy to hear! Thank you Myla!
I’m not a big fan of salmon, however I thought I would give this recipe a try. I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT! This is the only recipe I will ever use for salmon. The crunch on the outside & tender flakey on the inside was right on point.
So happy to hear! Thank you Sheena!
It was soooo good! I’m not a big cook and this came out much better than I thought – and I didn’t add much salt in it because I need to cut down my salt intake and it was still so good!
I’m a huge seafood lover and have had a lot of salmon in my life, but this recipe with the seasonings is top tier. I could eat this EVERYDAY. I always love your recipes but this is definitely in my top 10!!
Yay! Thank you Jessy!
I rarely leave reviews but WOW! This is so delicious and simple. I made it once last week and am making it again now. This will easily become a regular for me.
Awesome, thank you Evelyn!
So evenly cooked in the air fryer! Love it!
Glad you enjoyed it Susan!
Amazing marinade! Simple ingredients and so much flavor!🤌🏼
Fabulous, perfect ratio of honey and mustard. Used honey as I didn’t have brown sugar
YAY glad to hear it!
Just made this tonight, and yes, it broke my heart because restaurant salmon won’t be the same.
So glad you enjoyed it Alyssa!
Outstanding flavor!
Thank you Richard!
This was so delicious!! Very clear and easy to follow directions too!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Delicious marinade – big crowd pleaser! I added a little fresh garlic and part brown sugar part honey. Super easy and tasty.
Glad to hear you enjoyed it, Monika!
Better flip it. The recipe shows foil under the fish which prevents the air from circulating around the food to cook it. Defeats the purpose of using an air fryer.
You can if you need to but we don’t find it necessary. This cooks up pretty well without flipping it.
What cooking temp for the Salmon
Hi Theo! You’ll find it listed in Step 2 of the recipe card. 400 degrees. Enjoy!
This sounds delicious and easy! Would you make any modifications for wild salmon? (Temperature, time, etc) thanks!
Hi Char, I haven’t tried it myself but looking it up online it says wild salmon cooks faster. I would start checking the temperature at around 6 minutes. If you end up using it, I’d love to know how it goes!
So easy, and yummyyummyyummy, loved it at my house. perfect. thanks.
Thanks Martha!
Great recipe Erin! It came out perfect, the only thing different I did was cook it at 375 in the air fryer and may have taken a few minutes longer. The flavor was amazing and the Salmon was so moist. Thanks so much!
Great! Thank you Jeff!
Finally writing a review after cooking this every single week for what must be a year. I change up the seasonings sometimes but the recipe really is perefect as written
That makes me so happy to hear, thank you Monica!!
used this recipe now a few times to glaze my wild coho salmon! absolutely wonderful.
I usually up the mustard to 1.5 TBSP and do half as prepared dijon (for emulsification) and the other half whole grin dijon.
Also add chopped garlic instead of powder.
Glad to hear you enjoyed it, Glen!
Very good and easy!
Thank you M!
The salmon is my favorite thing to make in our air fryer! We cook it at least twice a week
Love that! Thank you JoAnne!
This is absolutely our go to for an Air Fryer salmon recipe. I’ve been faithfully making our salmon this way since last summer. And honestly, I use this delightful recipe when doing salmon on the grill. Our picky eater teenager even loves it. That speaks volumes to me.
Yay! Great to hear, thank you JoLayne!
Perfect recipe!! Quick and easy
Thank you for this amazing air fryer salmon recipe! Tried it last night and it turned out perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Definitely adding it to my regular dinner rotation!:)
Glad to hear you enjoyed it, Olivia!
I’ve always been a bit hesitant about cooking fish, but your air fryer salmon recipe made it so easy and delicious! The seasoning was spot on, and I love how healthy and quick it is. Thanks a bunch!
Great to hear, thank you Claire!
This air fryer salmon recipe was a game changer for me! It cooked up so quickly and the flavor was incredible. Thanks for sharing this easy and delicious recipe!
Thank you for this fantastic recipe! The salmon turned out perfectly flaky and flavorful. It’s so great to have a healthy option that doesn’t sacrifice taste. Will be making this again soon!
Absolutely loved this air fryer salmon recipe! It was so simple to prepare and turned out delicious. Thank you for making our dinner tonight a special one. Looking forward to more recipes like this!
Thanks for the great recipe! The salmon was moist and the seasoning was perfect. My entire family enjoyed it, and it’s so rare to find something that everyone likes. This will be a regular in our household!
I just wanted to drop a comment to say thank you for this air fryer salmon recipe. It’s quick, easy, and incredibly tasty. I appreciate the tips on getting the skin crispy—it worked like a charm!
Loved this air fryer salmon recipe! So quick and delicious, thank you! :)
Thank you for the fantastic recipe! The salmon was perfect)
This salmon turned out great! Thanks for an easy and tasty recipe :)
Glad you enjoyed it, Tate!
Amazing recipe! The salmon was flavorful and moist. Definitely a keeper)
Thank you Amanda!
Great recipe, thank you. The salmon was a hit at dinner tonight:)
Yay! Great to hear, Lily!
Easy, quick in air fryer, delicious 😋
This will go into the rotation!
I’ve been searching for a method to cook salmon in the air fryer to achieve crispy, juicy perfection.
The air fryer does all the work, and the flavor is amazing!
I tried this recipe last night, and it was a hit! The salmon was so juicy and cooked to perfection in just minutes.
Wow! This is now my go-to method for cooking salmon. It’s incredibly simple and the results are consistently great!
This Air Fryer Salmon recipe is so easy and delicious! :)
Thanks! I’m amazed at how quick and simple this recipe is. The salmon had a wonderful crispy texture without being dry
Thank you very much for sharing. This will be in regular rotation!
Wonderful!!!! Love it!!
I like it :) Quick, easy, and the salmon turns out perfectly every time.
The air fryer method is genius!
Delicious and healthy!)
This is my new favorite way to cook salmon. It’s so simple and the flavor is amazing!
Thank you! The air fryer really locks in the flavor and moisture:)
Delicious and quick and easy def do it again! :)
So loved the ease of this recipe I’m looking forward to trying it out!)
Today I made air fryer salmon for my wife and it was amazing. Thanks for the recipe, it’s now one of my favorites!)
I love salmon and cook it often, but with this recipe it turns out especially delicious :)
One of the simplest and most delicious salmon recipes. Thank you!)
Came out perfectly. Not dry at all. The seasoning blend is really good!
Made this in ver the weekend with your grilled asparagus. Simple and perfect healthy meal!
Excellent! I made this last night, and it was delicious. We normally just use Cajun seasoning on our salmon, but I wanted something different, and something on the sweeter side for a change. Use the ginger, it makes the recipe in my opinion! I will be making this regularly, thanks for a great new recipe!
Thank you Lara!
Very tasty. I only had one fillet, but reduced the glaze proportions and it was very good!
Thank you Deb!
Very good! Cut sugar in half and added some dried thyme. Will definitely make again. Thank you!!
Thank you Kathy!
I cooked this for dinner on Thursday night. It’s Sunday and I’m about to make it again. It was quick, simple, and absolutely delicious. Note also that the recipe halved easily – great for those who live alone as I do.
Great to hear, thank you Rebecca!
Holy smokes! Made this tonight and I was impressed (and I don’t impress easy)! Served it with roasted vegetables. And the sauce was the BOSS!! We will be doing this recipe on a regular basis! Thanks, Miss Erin!
Makes me so happy to hear, Eric! Thank you!
Flavor was excellent! Didn’t crisp the skin the way I like, but I rushed through the directions… so there’s that. I’ll definitely make this again.
Thank you Karen!
Tried it today & turn out so good! 🤤Thank you for sharing this recipe❤️
Looks fabulous Leilani! Thank you!
Love your recipes. The salmon air fryer recipe I use all the time.
Thank you so much, Diane!
I made this for Christmas Eve. It was amazing! Definitely will make again!
So great to hear! Thank you Courtney!
I’m glad I tried it! Salmon in the air fryer is a game changer! I was skeptical but it was delicious.
So glad to hear you enjoyed it, René!
I actually made this last night AND it was the first time I’d used my airfryer. TOTAL SUCCESS and everyone LOVED it.
Yay! Love it, Kathy! Thank you!
The glaze and cooking method get 10/10 for flavor & ease…however my salmon didn’t caramelize as much as hers did. I noticed in her demonstration video she used a basket air fryer, and I have a toaster oven/air fryer model. I also doubled the recipe to feed my family instead of just using two salmon fillets so maybe that made a difference? The salmon was definitely not dry; the most moist I’ve prepared. Definitely recommend it— I would use this recipe again!
Thanks for the feedback on how it turns out doubling it and using a different air fryer model! So glad you enjoyed it, Rebecca!
I made this last night for my family of boys and they loved it! No exaggeration – my 4 year old and 7 year old both ate dinner fast and loved it because if the caramelized, dark crispy edges that air frying provided. made with teriyaki veggies and jasmine rice – felt like a healthy bento box. You can see in the pictures the salmon was picked at before I could even take a picture
Makes me so happy to hear, Debbie! Looks fantastic!
This recipe is utter perfection! Paired it with some veggies and a salad and we had dinner in less than 30. If you haven’t tried this already, what are you waiting for??
So glad you enjoyed it, Laura! Thank you!
I love the simplicity of the air fryer and I happened to have salmon and all the ingredients for this already in my pantry so decided to give it a try. It was SO easy and quick!!! Clean up was also just as easy and the salmon came out perfect!!!! I will be adding this to my weekly routine!!!
So glad to hear you enjoyed it, Natalie! Thank you!
I will make this over and over again. The salmon was crisp and moist.
So glad to hear, Whitney! Thank you!
Love how simple and delicious this recipe is! Perfect for a quick, healthy dinner on a busy evening.
Thank you Samantha!
Absolutely loved this recipe! Love that it’s ready in under 15 min. The sauce is made with ingredients you likely already have on hand it’s so delicious! Definitely adding this into my dinner rotation.
So glad you are enjoying the ease of this salmon, Paige! Thank you!
Absolutely loved this recipe! Comes together in less than 15 min. Sauce is made of simple ingredients you already have on hand. Taste is 10/10. Definitely adding to my dinner rotation!
Looks great, Paige! Thank you for sharing!
This was a super easy way to do salmon and so very tasty. The air fryer has been part of our cooking family for a few years and we enjoy new ways to perk up old meal items. Definitely recommend this recipe, and I enjoy new options to add to the spices to mix it up.
Glad to hear you enjoyed the salmon, Betsy! Thank you!
I’m not often a fan of fish, but this recipe was tasty, healthy, and easy.
Makes me so happy to hear, Jaina! Thank you for sharing!
My husband and I loved this AirFryer Salmon recipe last night and it did not disappoint. The Dijon hit me first followed by a hint of sweetness from the brown sugar. I paired it with your Asian Noodle Salad. Both recipes will be on repeat.
So glad you enjoyed it, Conny!
I love air-fryer recipes and this one is exceptional! It is super easy and the salmon turns out moist inside. And the glaze is a winner! This one is on rotation at my house!
So glad to hear! Thank you Adrienne!
This salmon was a huge hit! It came out absolutely perfect. The glaze was delicious, it was well balanced and really complimented the fish. I can’t wait to try this recipe again with the other spice variations.
So great to hear! Thank you Hilary!
Made this last night and flavors were so good. I do not own an Air Fryer so I had to bake the salmon. Next time I think I will broil the salmon with this delicious sauce.
Glad to hear you enjoyed it, Carol! Thank you!
This is now one of my favorite ways to make fish! The salmon was evenly cooked and the outside was crispy.
So glad to hear! Thank you Belle!
Delicious! I used to make salmon bowls and they were fantastic. Even my three year old daughter loved the salmon!
So great to hear! Thank you Alison!
This recipe is delicious! Have already made it twice in the last two weeks! Thank you for sharing Erin. 😊
So glad to hear you enjoyed it, Patty! Thank you!
Hi Erin.
Thank you for this wonderful recipe!! My little girl loves salmon and this has been one of her favorites (and I love my air fryer :)
PS: It looks burnt but no, it was crispy on the outside and the inside was juicy and sooooo good!!
This makes me so happy to hear, Mari! Thank you so much for sharing!
We absolutely devoured this. So easy and delicious. It’s our new favorite way to prepare salmon.
So glad to hear! Thank you rogue1!
Who knew making salmon at home is so easy?! And definitely restaurant quality! Thank you, Erin!
Thank you so much, Sandy!
This salmon recipe is so quick, easy and delicious! We absolutely loved it. This was the first time I used sugar on salmon but not the last. I did add the pinch of ginger as well. I’m sure I’ll make this recipe soon again.
Glad you enjoyed it, Annika! Thank you!
I would make this recipe again
So glad to hear, TJ! Thank you!