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An air fryer salmon recipe served on a white plate with a cloth napkin.
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Cajun Air Fryer Salmon Recipe

Take your weeknight dinner game up a notch, with a dish that's healthy, vibrant, and utterly mouthwatering! This Cajun Air Fryer Salmon Recipe delivers perfectly cooked, spicy salmon fillets and a side of fresh zucchini, right in your air fryer.
Prep Time8 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer salmon recipe, cajun salmon, easy recipe with salmon, how to cook salmon in air fryer
Servings: 2
Author: Amy

Ingredients

  • ½ yellow onion cut into large chunks
  • 1 zucchini large, sliced into half moons
  • 1 ½ teaspoon avocado oil
  • Pinch of sea salt and ground black pepper
  • 10 ounces salmon filet skinless, cut into large even size cubes
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  • In a bowl toss together the onion, zucchini, half of the oil, salt and pepper.
  • Transfer into the air fryer basket. Arrange in an even layer and bake for 6-7 minutes. Shake basket halfway through.
  • Remove and set aside.
  • Place the salmon in the same bowl and toss with the remaining oil and Cajun seasoning. Transfer to the air fryer and bake for 5-6 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Divide the salmon and veggies and enjoy!