Crispy Air-Fried Salmon with Citrus-Dill Glaze
Perfectly crisp salmon fillets with a bright citrus-dill glaze, cooked in under 15 minutes using an air fryer for a healthy, flavorful weeknight meal. This air-fryer recipe, ready in about 21 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, lemon, dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 2 tbsp, chopped dill
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp, sliced chives
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp lemon zest.
- Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down in air fryer basket, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp dill.
- Step 3: Air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes until skin is crispy and salmon is medium-rare, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, whisk together lemon juice, remaining 1/2 tsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp dill, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
- Step 5: Remove salmon from air fryer, brush generously with citrus-dill glaze, and top with fresh chives and remaining dill before serving immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Air-Fried Salmon with Citrus-Dill Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 21 minutes (10 min prep + 11 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Crispy Air-Fried Salmon with Citrus-Dill Glaze?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Air-Fried Salmon with Citrus-Dill Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Crispy Air-Fried Salmon with Citrus-Dill Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Crispy Air-Fried Salmon with Citrus-Dill Glaze?
International air fryer like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
