Description
Air-fried salmon and veggies is a quick, healthy dish that’s bursting with flavor and color. The tender salmon fillets are complemented by a medley of vibrant bell peppers and zucchini, all cooked to crispy perfection in an air fryer. This versatile recipe is not only easy to prepare but also allows for customization based on your favorite vegetables. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400?F (200?C).
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a bowl, toss the chopped bell peppers and zucchini with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket and surround them with the seasoned veggies.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately, drizzled with extra lemon juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with veggies
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg