Description
This Air Fryer Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon recipe offers a quick, flavorful, and healthy way to prepare tender salmon fillets with a sweet and tangy glaze. The air fryer method ensures a perfectly cooked salmon with a slightly caramelized exterior, making it an ideal weeknight meal that’s ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
Honey Mustard Glaze
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp soy sauce (optional, for added depth of flavor)
Garnish
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for cooking the salmon.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and soy sauce if using, until well combined to create a smooth glaze.
- Coat the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Then, generously brush the glaze over the top and sides of each fillet, ensuring even coverage.
- Air Fry: Lightly grease the air fryer basket to prevent sticking. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the basket, making sure they do not touch each other. Cook for 8-10 minutes depending on the thickness, until the salmon flakes easily when tested with a fork.
- Serve: Remove the salmon carefully from the air fryer. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets.
- For crispy skin, you can increase cooking time by 1-2 minutes, but be careful not to overcook.
- Optional soy sauce adds umami depth but can be omitted for a milder glaze.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor; bottled lemon juice may alter taste.
- Make sure the air fryer basket is lightly greased to avoid sticking and maintain the glaze.
