Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli (Air Fryer Recipe)
Introduction
This one-pan air fryer meal features tender, flaky salmon with a buttery lemon-garlic sauce, paired with crispy roasted potatoes and perfectly cooked broccoli. It’s a healthy, flavorful, and quick dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon dried parsley (or fresh)
For the Crispy Potatoes:
2 medium potatoes, diced into small cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Broccoli:
1 cup broccoli florets
1 teaspoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Cook the Potatoes
Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
Toss the diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Spread them in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 380°F (190°C) for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Prepare the Salmon
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and parsley.
Brush the mixture over the salmon fillets.
Add Salmon & Broccoli to the Air Fryer
After the 10-minute mark, push the potatoes to one side of the basket.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the basket and add the broccoli florets beside them.
Drizzle the broccoli with olive oil, salt, and garlic powder.
Air Fry Everything Together
Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 7–8 more minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through (internal temperature of 130–135°F for medium).
Check for doneness and cook for an additional minute if needed.
Serve & Enjoy
Plate the salmon with crispy potatoes and roasted broccoli.
Garnish with extra lemon slices and fresh parsley.
Tips for the Best Air Fryer Salmon Meal
Extra Crispy Potatoes:
Cut them small for quicker cooking. If they need more time, remove the salmon and let the potatoes cook for an extra 2–3 minutes.
Don’t Overcook the Salmon:
It continues cooking slightly after being removed from the air fryer.
For Extra Flavor:
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the lemon butter sauce.
Make It Dairy-Free:
Use olive oil instead of butter.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, Approximate)
Calories: ~450 kcal
Protein: ~40g
Carbohydrates: ~35g
Fat: ~18g
Fiber: ~6g