Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

Name: Air Fryer Frozen Salmon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 20 ounces salmon fillets (frozen); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon sea salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh or dried dill weed; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

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Air Fryer Frozen Salmon is easy to make. This salmon turns out to be flaky and crispy all at the same time.

This air fryer recipe makes for a protein packed meal in less than 20 minutes. You can't get any easier than this flaky salmon recipe.

A Fork holding a piece of cooked salmon over a black plate with a salmon steak, leafy greens and half a lemon.

Frozen Salmon In Air Fryer

Have you ever asked yourself "Can I cook frozen salmon in the air fryer?". Well, I'm here to let you know that you can do just that. With this easy air fryer recipe, you can have cooked and delicious salmon in under 30 minutes. I'm always looking for ways to have a healthy meal without much effort and this Air Fryer Salmon recipe is just what I needed.

Ingredients

You only need six basic ingredients to help you make this tasty and healthy Air Fryer Frozen Salmon recipe.

salmon fillets, frozen
olive oil
sea salt
ground black pepper
fresh or dried dill weed
fresh lemon juice

See the recipe card below for quantities.

Instructions

You only need to follow these four easy and simple steps to have this healthy air fryer fillets meal ready to enjoy.

Step 1: Preheat your air fryer and season the salmon fillets

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F. Then brush both sides of the salmon fillets with olive oil, then sprinkle the skinless side with salt flakes and fresh ground pepper.

Step 2: Line the air fryer basket

Line air fryer basket with parchment paper liner and place salmon inside skin-side down, leaving space between each fillet.

Step 3: Air Fryer the salmon fillets

Cook for 12-15 minutes depending on the thickness of fillets.

Step 4: Garnish and serve your salmon fillets

Once cooked, removed from air fryer basket and plate. Top with fresh dill and lemon juice. Serve and enjoy!

overhead photo of a salmon steak garnished with fresh dill served with leafy greens and half a lemon. on a black plate.

Substitutions

Don't have the correct ingredients on hand? Or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this air fryer frozen salmon recipe.

dill - don't have fresh dill? Use dried instead.
lemon juice - Out of fresh lemons? Bottled lemon juice will work in a pinch.

Variations

Want to personalize this air fryer frozen salmon recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.

Spicy - add chili pepper flakes to your lemon juice for a spicy kick.
Garlic - want to add some additonal flavor? And some roasted garlic to your salmon fillet.

If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this fried salmon bites recipe.

Equipment

You only need two basic kitchen staples to make this tasty recipe!

parchment paper
air fryer

Tips

Want to make sure that your air fryer frozen salmon turns out well? Here are my best tips.

Do not overcrowd your air fryer. Overcrowd will result in soggy salmon fillets.
Garnish while your salmon is still warm for a flavorful taste.

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close up side view image of a salmon steak garnished with fresh dill served with leafy greens and half a lemon. on a black plate.

FAQ

Do you have questions about air fryer frozen salmon? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about this salmon recipe here.

How do I reheat?

Reheat this salmon in the air fryer at 350 degrees for 3 to 5 minutes or until your salmon is warm through the center.

How do I freeze

Freeze leftover salmon in an airtight container for up to three months.

How long can I store leftovers?

Leftover Air Fryer Frozen Salmon can be stored in the freezer for up to three months. Be sure to place your salmon in an airtight container.

Can I use fresh salmon instead of frozen?

Yes! Just reduce your cook time down to 10 minutes.

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