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air fryer salmon and asparagus on a white platter with a lemon sauce.
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Air Fryer Salmon and Asparagus

This Air Fryer Salmon and Asparagus recipe is a quick, healthy, and incredibly tasty meal that's perfect for any day of the week. With juicy salmon fillets and crisp, fresh asparagus, all dressed in a zesty lemon garlic sauce, it’s a delicious way to enjoy a balanced meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 356kcal
Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces salmon fillets about 6 ounces each
  • 1 pound asparagus ends trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • lemon slices for garnish
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Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a bowl, toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place the asparagus in the air fryer basket, creating an even layer at the bottom.
    process shots showing how to make air fryer salmon and asparagus.
  • Brush the salmon fillets with the remaining olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the salmon fillets on top of the asparagus layer in the air fryer basket.
    process shots showing how to make air fryer salmon and asparagus.
  • Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the asparagus is tender. The exact cooking time may vary based on the thickness of the salmon fillets.
    process shots showing how to make air fryer salmon and asparagus.
  • While the salmon and asparagus are cooking, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, honey, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl.
    process shots showing how to make air fryer salmon and asparagus.
  • Once cooked, carefully remove the salmon and asparagus from the air fryer. Brush the lemon garlic sauce over the salmon and asparagus. Garnish with lemon slices. Serve immediately.

Notes

  1. Adjust Cooking Time: If your salmon fillets are thicker or thinner than average, adjust the cooking time accordingly to ensure they're perfectly done.
  2. Lemon Zest Tip: Use a fine grater for the lemon zest to get the best flavor without any bitterness.
  3. Even Cooking: Shake the basket halfway through cooking the asparagus for even crispiness.
  4. Serve Immediately: This dish is best enjoyed right after cooking, as the salmon is moist and the asparagus is at its crispiest.
  5. Sauce Variation: Feel free to tweak the lemon garlic sauce to your taste, adding more honey or mustard as you like.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 1117mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 934IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 4mg