Air Fryer Salmon
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Easy and tasty Air Fryer Salmon with mango avocado salsa is full of fresh and bright flavors for the perfect dinner! This flaky salmon will seriously melt in your mouth.
If you enjoy this recipe, you’ll go crazy for my Air Fryer Chicken Wings, Air Fryer Chicken Strips, Air Fryer Potatoes, Air Fryer Skinless Boneless Chicken Thighs, Air Fryer Butternut Squash, Easy Healthy Baked Salmon, and Cajun Grilled Salmon recipes.
Why This Recipe Works
Full of Flavor: This air fryer salmon with mango avocado salsa is absolutely packed with flavor! I seasoned the salmon with a chipotle garlic seasoning for a bit of a kick, and it is brightened and perfectly balanced by the fresh, tangy mango avocado salsa. Place this salmon on top of a bed of rice or quinoa and you might just have the perfect meal.
So Simple to Make: If you only have 20 minutes to get dinner on the table, then this easy air fryer salmon is for you. Seriously, the air fryer makes this recipe so easy to make! After seasoning the salmon, just pop it in the air fryer for about 10 minutes while you prepare the salsa. The salsa does take a bit of prep work to chop everything up, but it is so worth it for the extra flavor!
Ingredients
- Salmon Fillets: I made four salmon fillets for this air fryer salmon recipe, but you can easily half it for just two people or a small air fryer!
- Lime: I prefer fresh lime juice here but you can also use bottled if you have it on hand.
- Avocado: I used one avocado, but if you are an avocado lover then feel free to add even more!
- Red onion: A bit of red onion is added for crunch and flavor.
- Cilantro: Fresh cilantro lifts this salsa and adds a herby touch.
- Lime: For the salsa, you definitely need fresh lime juice.
- Salt: Salt will balance the flavors of the lime and make this salsa seriously irresistible!
Here’s How to Make It
- Prep the Salmon: Toss the salmon fillets with the rest of the ingredients until coated in the spice mixture. (photo 1)
- Air Fry: Heat the air fryer to 390 degrees and spritz the bottom of the basket with cooking spray. If your salmon still has the skin, place it side down in the basket for maximum crispiness. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the salmon flakes with a fork but is still ever so slightly cooked in the middle. Cook for another minute or so, depending on the thickness of your salmon and if you prefer the salmon cooked all the way through. (photos 2-3)
- Make the Salsa: While the salmon is cooking, mix all of the salsa ingredients together, and serve alongside the air fryer salmon and either a side of brown rice or quinoa. (photos 4-6)
Expert Tips
- Like it spicy? If you want this air fryer salmon with mango salsa to be even more spicy, dice up a fresh jalapeño and add it to the salsa!
- For ease, use a meat thermometer to make sure the salmon is done! Salmon should be cooked to 145 degrees F. Some people like to cook to to a lower temperature, around 135, and let the salmon rest and finish cooking outside of the air fryer.
- If using frozen salmon, allow the salmon to thaw in the fridge overnight. Once thawed, pat the salmon dry with paper towels before adding the seasoning.
- Don’t have an air fryer? No problem! Check out my Oven Baked Salmon recipe for instructions on how to bake salmon. You can use the same seasoning in this recipe and bake the salmon instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
I know that cutting a mango up can be challenging. Check out this article on the best way to cut a mango with step by step photos!
A good rule of thumb is about 8-10 minutes in the air fryer at 390 degrees. Every salmon fillet is different, however, due to their size. If you have particularly thick pieces of salmon, cook for 10 minutes and then check on it. If you are unsure if the salmon is done, use a meat thermometer to check the temperature is at 145 degrees F!
Chipotle powder is only slightly spicy! If you are nervous about the heat level, add 1 tsp to the spice mixture and taste it before adding any more.
If you have any leftovers, store the salmon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store any leftover salsa separately in another airtight container for up to one day. The avocado in the salsa is what makes the salsa best to eat on the day that you make it!
More Easy Recipes to Try
- Honey Cilantro Lime Salmon
- Grilled Salmon with Lemon Garlic Butter
- Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken
- Air Fryer Scallops
- Easy Oven Baked Lemon Chicken
- Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- Easy Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp
- Air Fryer Shrimp
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Air Fryer Salmon
Ingredients
For the Chipotle Salmon
- 4 small salmon fillets, approx 6 oz each
- juice of 1 lime
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chipotle powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt , to taste
- cracked pepper, to taste
- olive oil or cooking spray, see note
For the Mango Avocado Salsa
- 2 ripe mangos, peeled and cubed
- 1 large ripe avocado, cubed
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- juice of 1/2 lime
- salt, to taste
Instructions
- Toss the salmon filets with the rest of the ingredients until coated in the spice mixture.
- Heat the air fryer to 390 degrees and spritz the bottom of the basket with cooking spray. If you salmon still has the skin, place it skin side down in the basket for maximum crispiness. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the salmon flakes with a fork but is still ever so slightly cooked in the middle. Cook for another minute or two, depending on the thickness of your salmon filets and if you prefer your salmon cooked all the way through.
- Meanwhile, to make the salsa, mix all of the ingredients together and serve alongside the salmon and either a side of brown rice or quinoa.
Notes
- This recipe is easily halved for smaller air fryers.
- Olive oil is preferable as some cooking sprays can damage the lining of your air fryer on some brands or models. Check the manual for your specific model for more information.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This recipe was delicious and easy to make!
That salsa looks great. With mangoes and avocados both in season, I’ll have to give this a shot. Thanks.
Pretty simple and straight forward. The Mango salsa was delicious, even though the SO tried to turn it into mango guac. Discovered I didn’t have Chipotle pepper so subbed with Cayenne, was still tasty with quite the kick.
Thank you.
This was an easy dinner, and very well liked by my family/ Thanks for a great recipe!