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Air Fryer Crispy Salmon with Roasted Broccoli
Achieve perfectly flaky salmon with a delightful crispy skin and tender roasted broccoli in under 30 minutes. This air fryer meal is both healthy and incredibly satisfying.
Prep 10 min
Cook 15 min
Total 25 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (about 5-6 oz each), skin-on or skin-off
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Step 2 — For the Broccoli
- 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Prepare Broccoli
In a bowl, toss broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare Salmon
Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Air Fry
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the seasoned broccoli florets in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5 minutes.
- 4
Add Salmon
Add the salmon fillets to the air fryer basket on top of or alongside the broccoli (ensure there's space for air circulation). Cook for an additional 8-12 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily, and broccoli is tender-crisp.
- 5
Serve
Serve the salmon and broccoli immediately. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon if desired.
Nutrition per serving: 450 cal · 40g protein · 15g carbs · 25g fat · 5g fiber