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Savory Delicious Air Fryer Honey Mustard Salmon
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Savory Delicious Air Fryer Honey Mustard Salmon in 15 Minutes

A quick and flavorful Air Fryer Honey Mustard Salmon recipe, ready in under 15 minutes for a delicious family dinner.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer salmon, easy meals, Healthy Recipes, quick dinner, salmon, Savory Delicious Air Fryer Honey Mustard Salmon
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

For the Salmon

  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh or properly thawed frozen

For the Glaze

  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Spicy brown or yellow mustard can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Melted butter can also be used
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can enhance flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste

For Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Optional for garnish

Instructions

Directions

  • Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
  • Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to enhance glaze adherence.
  • Coat salmon fillets skin-side down on a plate with the honey mustard glaze.
  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2 minutes.
  • Arrange salmon fillets in the air fryer basket skin-side down without crowding.
  • Cook for 7-10 minutes, until glaze is bubbling and salmon is opaque.
  • Remove fillets using a spatula, garnish with parsley if using, and serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon. Prepare the honey mustard glaze in advance for faster meal prep.