Air Fryer Salmon Fillet with Maple Walnut Topping
This air fryer salmon recipe makes perfectly cooked salmon in the air fryer with a delicious maple walnut topping in just 10 minutes, for a nutritious, healthy dinner on the table fast.
Servings 6
Calories 263kcal
Ingredients
- 1½ pound salmon fillet
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup , divided
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- 1 tablespoon coarse ground dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of the maple syrup with the chopped walnuts, onion powder, and mustard. Stir until well combined.If the salmon is not cut into fillets, cut it into 6 equal portions.
- Spray the air fryer basket or tray with cooking spray or line with aluminum foil to prevent sticking.
- Place the fish filets on the basket or tray and brush with the remaining maple syrup on the top and around the outside of the salmon. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Place the salmon in the air fryer at 400 degrees and cook for 8 minutes. Remove the salmon and evenly spread the maple walnut topping over each fillet.
- Return the salmon to the air fryer and air fry at 350 degrees for 2 minutes, or when a instant read thermometer is inserted into the thickest part of the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145ºf.
Nutrition
Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 636mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg
