Description
Craving a quick and healthy dinner that’s packed with flavor? This Air Fryer Honey Mustard Salmon is your new go-to recipe. In under 20 minutes, you’ll have perfectly glazed salmon fillets that are juicy on the inside with a sticky, caramelized crust. It’s ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or an easy date-night dinner. Whether you’re searching for quick dinner ideas, healthy seafood recipes, or air fryer meals, this dish checks all the boxes. It’s a delicious, no-fuss way to enjoy salmon that feels gourmet without the hassle.
Ingredients
2 salmon fillets
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
3. Brush the glaze evenly over the top and sides of each fillet. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
5. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket.
6. Cook for 7-9 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and caramelized.
7. Garnish with herbs or lemon if desired, then serve immediately.
Notes
Use skin-on salmon for the best texture and moisture retention.
Add a pinch of chili flakes to the glaze if you like a hint of spice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: quick dinner, healthy salmon recipe, air fryer, honey mustard glaze, easy salmon, seafood recipe