Description

This Air Fryer Honey Mustard Salmon recipe features tender, flavorful salmon fillets coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, quickly cooked to perfection in an air fryer for a healthy, delicious meal ready in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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Salmon

2 salmon fillets (5–8 oz. each)

Honey Mustard Sauce

2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, whole grain Dijon mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined to create the honey mustard sauce.
Marinate the salmon: Coat the salmon fillets with two-thirds of the honey mustard sauce, ensuring each fillet is fully covered. Let them marinate for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Preheat the air fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat, which helps achieve a crispy exterior and moist interior for the salmon.
Cook the salmon: Place the marinated salmon fillets into the preheated air fryer basket. Brush the remaining marinade over the top of each fillet to enhance flavor and moisture.
Air fry: Cook for 7 to 8 minutes depending on thickness, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Serve: Remove the salmon carefully from the air fryer, drizzle with any remaining sauce if desired, and serve hot for a nutritious and flavorful meal.

Notes

Marinate for at least 30 minutes to maximize flavor absorption.
Check salmon thickness to adjust air frying time as needed.
Salmon can be served with steamed vegetables or a fresh side salad.
Use fresh salmon for best results and flavor.
Leftover salmon can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.