Mediterranean Diet Air Fryer Salmon

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Mediterranean Diet Air Fryer Salmon, a deliciously healthy recipe that's bursting with vibrant flavors and ready in under 25 minutes! Perfectly seasoned with olive oil, zesty lemon juice, fragrant garlic, and a blend of Mediterranean herbs like oregano, thyme, and rosemary, these tender salmon fillets are air-fried to flaky perfection in minutes. This low-carb, heart-healthy dish aligns beautifully with the principles of the Mediterranean diet, offering a quick and flavorful way to enjoy omega-3-rich salmon. Garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices, it pairs effortlessly with roasted veggies, a crisp green salad, or your favorite whole grain for a complete meal. Easy, nutritious, and irresistibly tasty, this recipe showcases the power of simple ingredients and modern cooking techniques to create a standout dinner the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 4 slices lemon slices

Directions

Step 1

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl or shallow dish.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic cloves, dried oregano, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the salmon fillets and gently rub it in, ensuring that each fillet is well coated. Let the salmon marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the air fryer.

Step 4

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Place the marinated salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in batches.

Step 6

Air fry the salmon for 10-12 minutes. Check for doneness as cooking times can vary slightly depending on the thickness of the fillets. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).

Step 7

Once cooked, carefully remove the salmon fillets from the air fryer and place them on a serving platter.

Step 8

Garnish the salmon with freshly chopped parsley and a slice of lemon on each fillet before serving.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your favorite Mediterranean sides or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(603.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1209.1

Total Fat 84.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 200mg	0%
Sodium 2768.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.4g
Protein 105.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 57.7mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 192.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.3%

Protein: 34.6%

Carbs: 3.1%