Air Fryer Honey Mustard Salmon
Air Fryer Honey Mustard Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze and smoky paprika. Perfect for busy weeknights, it takes just 8 minutes to cook, and pairs wonderfully with sides like rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets (5 oz each)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp whole-grain mustard
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, whole-grain mustard, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the salmon fillets with 2/3 of the sauce, reserving the remaining sauce for drizzling after cooking.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- Cook for 8 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle the reserved sauce over the cooked salmon and garnish with lemon slices.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Mustard: Swap out whole-grain mustard for spicy or honey mustard for a different flavor.
- Paprika: Use regular paprika if you don’t have smoked paprika.
- Vegetarian Option: Replace salmon with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option.
- Extra Kick: Add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce for spice.
- Storage/Reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes.
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