Easy Air Fryer Salmon

Salmon is a perfect food to cook in the air fryer. It comes out moist and flaky, and doesn’t take very long. You can cook a little or a lot, and make a delicious, healthy meal.

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INGREDIENTS

Step-by-step instructions!

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Begin the recipe by using the microwave to melt the butter in a small mixing bowl.

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Once the butter has melted, add garlic powder, salt, Italian herbs, dried oregano and lemon zest. Mix together.

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Brush the marinade over two salmon fillets, including the skin to avoid it sticking to the Air Fryer tray.

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Preheat the air fryer at 400°F for 5 minutes.

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Place the marinated salmon fillets into the Air Fryer, skin side down, cook at 400°F for 10 minutes.

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