Cajun-Seasoned Air Fryer Salmon
Ingredients Needed
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cooking spray
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
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1 teaspoon brown sugar
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2 (6 ounce) skin-on salmon fillets
Instructions
Start by collecting all ingredients. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
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Rinse the salmon fillets and pat them dry with a paper towel. Lightly spray the fillets with cooking spray.
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In a small bowl, combine Cajun seasoning and brown sugar until well blended, then transfer the mixture to a plate.
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Gently press the salmon fillets, flesh-side down, into the seasoning blend.
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Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, then arrange the salmon fillets skin-side down. Mist the salmon fillets with cooking spray once more.
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Close the air fryer lid and cook the salmon at the preheated temperature for 8 minutes. Once done, remove the fillets and let them rest for 2 minutes before serving.
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Cooking Tip
If you like your salmon a bit more well-done, add 1 to 2 more minutes to the cooking time. Be careful not to overcook, as this can cause the salmon to dry out.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
| 327 | Calories |
| 19g | Fat |
| 4g | Carbs |
| 34g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
| Calories 327 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 19g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat 4g | 19% |
| Cholesterol 99mg | 33% |
| Sodium 811mg | 35% |
| Total Carbohydrate 4g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars 2g | |
| Protein 34g | 67% |
| Vitamin C 7mg | 7% |
| Calcium 22mg | 2% |
| Iron 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium 655mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5