Air Fryer Salmon (cajun style)

Making salmon is easy in the air fryer; It's done in less than 10 minutes! Air Fryer salmon is juicy, flakey, healthy, and delicious! Best dinner!

The air fryer is an appliance that just can't be beat! It cooks very quickly, and everything seems to turn out better than ever. It's no surprise that this Cajun Salmon turned out incredibly juicy, tender, and delicious in the air fryer! Done in less than 10 minutes, it's the perfect easy healthy dinner. Pair this easy Air Fryer Salmon (cajun style) with Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli, Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes or Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus or Easy Sautéed Kale and you have the perfect dinner!

Making Salmon in the Air fryer is SUPER EASY! I also love making Air Fryer Fish (fish and chips style). Here's how:

How to make Air Fryer Salmon (cajun style):

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

• Make sure the salmon fillets are defrosted and dabbed dry. If the fillets are frozen, place in a bowl of cold water for about and hour. Otherwise leave overnight in the fridge to defrost.
• Rub olive oil (or your favorite cooking oil) over the tops of the fillets. Sprinkle generously with cajun seasoning, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
• Place the cajun salmon fillets into the air fryer basket.
  • Make sure they are NOT touching. You can cook as many fillets at once that will fit in your basket.
• Set the Air fryer to 400 degrees and 8 minutes.
  • Depending on the size of your fillets, you may need another minute.
• Remove from the air fryer basket carefully and serve the air fryer salmon immediately.
• Want to re-heat the salmon another time? Just pop it back into the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 400 degrees. The salmon stays juicy and delicious!

What side dishes go well with Cajun Salmon?

The side dish options for Cajun salmon are endless, but these are some of my favorite easy combinations.

• Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus has only 2 ingredients! This will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!
• Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
• Creamy Pesto Pasta is full of tomatoes, artichokes, peas, and topped with a creamy pesto sauce! It’s sure to be a BBQ favorite!
• This Asian Salad or asian slaw is super crunchy and majorly delicious! With a homemade Asian Dressing, this will be a favorite quick salad!
• Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, and load them up with your favorite toppings for a healthy meal!
• Roasted Potatoes and Mushrooms are simple but the flavors are incredible and the whole family will enjoy these tasty potatoes and mushrooms!
• Mexican Street Corn Salad is a take on the popular Elotes recipe; delicious corn smothered in a spicy dressing and topped with vibrant pops of flavor!

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

• Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
• COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation
• GoWISE USA 7 QT Air Fryer -with Dehydrator & 3 Stackable Racks, Led Digital Touchscreen