Air Fryer Lemon and Herb Salmon

Ingredients

• 800 gsalmon fillet$19.40
• 20 mlextra virgin olive oil$0.43
• 50 mllemon juice$0.29
• 1 tsplemon zest$0.03
• 4 sprigthyme$0.46
• 4 sprigrosemary$0.34
• 0.5 tspsalt$0.03
• 0.25 tspblack pepper$0.04
• Total for 4 servings$21.02

Most of the cost is salmon fillet ($19.40) and thyme ($0.46). Prices are estimated for the amount used, at average US grocery prices (November 2026).

Steps

1. Inspect the salmon fillet portions for pin bones using tweezers, trim any loose scales, and gently pat the fillets dry with paper towels.
2. Arrange the salmon fillets skin-side down in a wide shallow dish, drizzle evenly with the extra virgin olive oil, and season with the salt and black pepper.
3. Pour the lemon juice over the seasoned fish and lay the thyme and rosemary sprigs on top of each piece, then cover and marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes.
4. Transfer the marinated salmon fillets to the air fryer basket in a single layer skin-side down with their herb sprigs on top, and air-fry at 180°C for 12 minutes without flipping until golden on the outside, opaque in the center, and flaking easily at an internal temperature of 63°C.
5. Plate the warm fillets, discard any brittle herb stems if desired, scatter the lemon zest over the fish, and serve immediately alongside a mixed salad and tomato wedges if you like.