Air Fryer Basil-Parmesan Salmon
"I can't get enough of this Basil-Parmesan Salmon made in the air fryer! Preparing salmon in the air fryer is not only fast but also effortless, resulting in a wonderfully moist and flavorful fish."
Get the Calorie Master app
Download on the App Store for the best experience.
Ingredients
- olive oil spray
- freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 6 fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
- 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 4 salmon fillets, skin removed
Instructions
- 1
Set the air fryer to preheat at 400°F. Lightly coat the basket with olive oil spray.
- 2
Drizzle lemon juice over the salmon and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, basil, and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese, mixing well.
- 4
Generously spread the mixture over the salmon fillets. Top with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
- 5
Cook the salmon in the air fryer for 7 minutes, adjusting the time as needed based on the thickness of the fillets.
- 6
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly spray a baking sheet with olive oil.
- 7
Season the salmon with lemon juice, salt, and pepper once again.
- 8
In a separate small bowl, blend mayonnaise with basil and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- 9
Evenly spread the mixture over the top of the salmon. Add the remaining Parmesan cheese as a final touch.
- 10
Bake in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, adjusting the cooking time according to the thickness of the salmon.