Air Fryer Salmon

Ingredients

• 1.25 lbSalmon fillets$9.50
• 1 headBroccoli$2.40
• 1Lemon$0.60
• 2 tbspOlive oil$0.40
• 1 tspSalt—
• 1/2 tspBlack pepper$0.06
• 1 tspGarlic powder$0.02
• Total for 4 servings$12.98

Most of the cost is salmon fillets ($9.50) and broccoli ($2.40). Prices are estimated for the amount used, at average US grocery prices (November 2026).

Steps

1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then rub both sides with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, half of the salt, half of the black pepper, and half of the garlic powder.
2. In a mixing bowl, toss the broccoli florets with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, remaining salt, remaining black pepper, and remaining garlic powder until evenly coated.
3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket and arrange the broccoli florets around them in a single layer, then air-fry at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes until the broccoli begins to brown.
4. Gently shake or turn the broccoli florets and continue air-frying at 400°F (200°C) for 4 to 6 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), and the broccoli is tender-crisp with charred tips.
5. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze one half evenly over the hot salmon and roasted broccoli.
6. Transfer the salmon fillets and broccoli to serving plates and serve immediately with the remaining lemon cut into wedges alongside.