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Crispy Skin Salmon with Wilted Spinach in Air Fryer

This dish features tender salmon fillets with irresistibly crispy skin, cooked effortlessly in the air fryer. Paired with quick-wilting spinach, it creates a delightful contrast of textures and bright flavors, all achieved with minimal fuss and no oil splatters. The final presentation showcases golden, crispy skin atop tender greens for a healthy, flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 fillets salmon fillets preferably skin-on
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or frozen, squeezed dry
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil light drizzle or spray
  • 1 lemon lemon zest or juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or minced fresh garlic
  • to taste salt and pepper adjust to preference
  • optional to taste dried herbs dill or parsley, optional

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Tongs
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
  2. Sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic powder, and herbs evenly over the salmon, then squeeze a little lemon juice or zest over the top for bright flavor.
  3. Lightly drizzle olive oil over the salmon or spray with cooking spray to help crisp the skin.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the air fryer rack, making sure they aren’t touching.
  5. Cook the salmon for about 8 minutes, or until the skin is golden and crispy, and the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
  6. While the salmon cooks, place fresh spinach in a small bowl and toss with a tiny drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon to prepare for wilting.
  7. Once the salmon is done, carefully remove it from the air fryer using tongs, and set aside.
  8. Immediately after removing the salmon, add the spinach to the hot air fryer or a skillet and cook for about 1-2 minutes until wilted and tender, stirring gently.
  9. Plate the crispy salmon with the wilted spinach on the side, then give a final squeeze of lemon over the greens for extra brightness.
  10. Enjoy your crispy-skinned salmon with tender, flavorful spinach—perfect for a quick, satisfying meal.