Description
Air Fryer Cajun Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish made with salmon fillets coated in bold Cajun seasoning, then cooked to perfection in the air fryer with a crispy outside and tender, juicy center.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional, depending on seasoning salt content)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Brush each fillet with olive oil on all sides.
- In a small bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and salt if needed.
- Rub seasoning mix evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets.
- Use homemade Cajun seasoning to control salt and spice level.
- Pair with rice, roasted vegetables, or salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg