• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Recipes
  • Nutrition
  • Natural Living
  • Body Love
  • Sustainability
  • Lively Living
    • Baby Led Weaning
    • Pregnancy
    • Lively Littles Recipes
    • Baby Lifestyle
  • About
    • Contact

Lively Table logo

menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Appetizers
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Main Dishes
  • Desserts
  • Sides
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten Free
  • Pork
  • Contact
×
Home » Recipes » Main Dishes

By Lindsay Delk - July 17, 2023

Air fryer frozen salmon

Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe

This recipe is an easy way to enjoy air fryer frozen salmon. And it's actually two recipes. Both are packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. With two different sauce options, you'll be sure to find a favorite. Enjoy juicy, tender salmon that will have your taste buds singing.

Air fryer frozen salmon 1

Why You'll Love this Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

This air fryer frozen salmon recipe is an absolute dream for busy families who still want to eat healthy meals. The air fryer helps to lock in the moisture of the fish while still getting a crispy texture on the outside. Plus, you don't need to add any extra fat or oil as the air fryer does all the work.

Frozen salmon makes this even easier. You don't even need to thaw it. All you need to do is mix the simple sauce, place the salmon in the basket, set your timer, and wait for it to be ready. And there's little mess to clean up afterward. This is one of those recipes that you'll come back to again and again when you're pressed for time but still want a healthy dinner option.

Is this Recipe Healthy?

Yes, salmon is a healthy choice for many reasons. It is an excellent source of protein and contains high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. These fats have been linked to improved heart health, lower levels of inflammation in the body, and may help reduce risk factors associated with certain chronic diseases like diabetes and cancer.

Salmon also provides important vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin D, B vitamins, and selenium. Eating salmon often can help you get your recommended daily intake of these important nutrients. It also contains several antioxidants that can help protect against cellular damage caused by free radicals. All together, these benefits make salmon a great addition to any healthy diet.

Air fryer frozen salmon 2

How to Make Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

Prep the flavoring of your choice:

  1. Lime herbed sauce: In a small bowl, add 1 clove of garlic (crushed), the zest and juice of one lime, dill, salt, and olive oil. Mix well. 
  2. Honey and mustard sauce: In a small bowl, mix the honey, grainy Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. 

Air fry the salmon:

  1. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with olive oil to prevent the salmon from sticking. 
  2. Place the salmon fillets in the basket skin up, leaving enough space for the air to circulate. Brush them with your sauce of choice. 
  3. Cook at 395 degrees F for 20 minutes. Depending on how big or thick your salmon fillets are, you might need to cook a little longer. Start with 20 minutes and check the interior of the salmon. Continue cooking and checking in 3 minute increments until the salmon is cooked through.
Air fryer frozen salmon 3

Tips for Cooking Frozen Salmon in the Air Fryer

Cooking frozen salmon in an air fryer is a great way to get a delicious, healthy meal with minimal effort. Follow these tips to ensure the best results:

  • Preheat the air fryer for about 3 minutes. This will help the salmon cook evenly so you get a great result.
  • Grease the air fryer basket before adding the salmon. This will keep the salmon from sticking to the basket. If you make more than one batch, grease between each new batch.
  • Place the frozen salmon fillets in a single layer. Spread out the fillets so that they don't touch and the hot air can circulate around each fillet. Overcrowding can lead to uneven results.

More Salmon Recipes

  • Easy Honey Pecan Baked Salmon
  • Smoked Salmon and Kale Frittata
  • Salmon Walnut Quinoa Bowls
  • Bourbon Glazed Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon
Air fryer frozen salmon 4

Air Fryer Frozen Salmon FAQs

How will I know when the salmon is cooked through?

The internal temperature of salmon should be 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) when measured with an instant-read thermometer in the thickest part of the fillet. It is safe to eat as soon as it reaches this temperature, but for optimal flavor and texture, let it rest a few minutes after cooking to allow the heat to distribute throughout the fish.

What can I use instead of an air fryer?

A convection oven can be used as an alternative to an air fryer. Air fryers are just small counter top convection ovens. You can also use a conventional oven in place of an air fryer, but you may need to adjust the temperature and baking time. Your salmon may not have the same crispy texture or finish as it would if cooked in an air fryer since conventional ovens do not circulate hot air like air fryers.

How do I store leftover cooked salmon?

You can store leftover cooked salmon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Bottom Line

Air fryer frozen salmon is an easy, healthy meal that is quick to prepare with minimal effort. You can choose between the two sauces in this recipe to suit your taste. Or try both sauces because they are so easy to make.

Print

Air fryer frozen salmon

Air fryer frozen salmon 1
Print Recipe

★★★★★

5 from 1 reviews

Learn how to make frozen salmon in the air fryer without needing to thaw it. In this recipe, I share two different flavorings to cook it in the air fryer. Super tender, juicy, perfectly cooked and so good!

  • Author: LINDSAY DELK
  • Prep Time: 6 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 21 minutes
  • Yield: 2-4 servings 1x
  • Category: Fish/ air fryer recipes
  • Cuisine: International

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 salmon fillets

Lime herbed sauce: 

  • 1 garlic clove

  • dried or fresh dill

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 lime 

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Honey and mustard sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons honey 

  • 2 tablespoons grain dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Prep the flavoring of your choice:

  • Lime herbed sauce: In a small bowl add 1 clove of garlic (crushed) the zest of one lime, the juice of the lime, the dill, salt, and olive oil. Mix well. 

  • Honey and mustard sauce: In a small bowl mix the honey, grainy dijon mustard, salt and pepper. 

2. Paint the basket of the air fryer with olive oil to prevent the salmon from sticking. 

3. Place the salmon fillets (skin up) leaving enough space for the air to circulate. Paint them with your sauce of choice. 

4. Cook at 395 for 20 minutes. 

Notes

 Depending on how big/thick your salmon fillets are you might need to adjust the timing to a bit less or more. My advice is to start with 20 minutes and check the interior and increment 3 minutes more if it’s not all cooked. 

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days in a sealed container. 

Did you make this recipe?

Tag @livelytable on Instagram and hashtag it #livelytable

Air fryer frozen salmon 5
Air fryer frozen salmon 6
Air fryer frozen salmon 7
Air fryer frozen salmon ingredients
Air fryer frozen salmon ingredients 2
Air fryer frozen salmon step 1
Air fryer frozen salmon step 2
Air fryer frozen salmon step 3
Air fryer frozen salmon step 4
Air fryer frozen salmon step 5
Air fryer frozen salmon step 6
Air fryer frozen salmon step 7
Air fryer frozen salmon step 8
Air fryer frozen salmon step 9
Air fryer frozen salmon step 10
Air fryer frozen salmon step 11
Air fryer frozen salmon step 12
Air fryer frozen salmon step 13
Air fryer frozen salmon step 14
« Spanish cauliflower rice
Eggroll in a bowl »

About Lindsay Delk

Lindsay Delk is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) who specializes in providing evidence-based nutrition and health content. She loves to take the confusion out of nutrition with clear and well-researched ebooks, articles, blog posts, and recipes.

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Healthy ninja says

    July 20, 2023 at 1:35 pm

    so wow

    ★★★★★

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

Primary Sidebar

Trending

  • Skinny margaritas with lime wedges.
    The BEST Skinny Margaritas
  • pinto beans a grey bowl with a black spoon beside it.
    The Best Easy Pinto Beans Recipe
  • piece of lobster ravioli cut in half on a black fork sitting on a plate of ravioli.
    Lobster Ravioli with Brown Butter Sauce
  • closeup of the cut side of a BBQ rib on a cutting board.
    BBQ Ribs on the Charcoal Grill
  • cooked black rice in a small grey bowl.
    How To Cook Black Rice
  • two layer cake with a layer of frosting in the middle and a dollop of frosting on top.
    How To Make Basic Cake Frosting
  • wooden spoon of easy spaghetti sauce over a white pot of sauce.
    Easy Weeknight Spaghetti Sauce
  • closeup of simple roasted sweet potato cubes in a white bowl.
    Simple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
As Featured in Sidebar Image

Footer

↑ back to top

Latest Recipes

  • How to Make Classic Tomato Bruschetta
  • Almond Flour vs Almond Meal: Which Should You Use?
  • Cornmeal vs. Cornstarch: What’s the Difference?
  • Cobbler, Crumble, and Crisp: What’s the Difference?

Recipes

  • Breakfast
  • Gluten-Free
  • Vegetarian
  • Desserts
  • Grilling
  • Chicken & Turkey
  • Drinks and Cocktails
  • Sides
  • Main Dishes
  • Snacks

About

  • Contact
  • About

Copyright © 2024 Lively Table
Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions