Juicy air-fried salmon with a crispy skin, paired with tender, garlic-infused Swiss chard. A quick, healthy, and delicious meal.
# What You Need:
→ Fish
01 - 2 salmon fillets (5–6 oz each, skin-on)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
04 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
06 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges
→ Vegetables
07 - 1 large bunch Swiss chard (about 8 oz), stems trimmed and leaves roughly chopped
08 - 2 teaspoons olive oil
09 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
10 - ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
11 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season the flesh side generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using.
02 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes to ensure optimal cooking temperature.
03 - Arrange salmon fillets skin-side up in the air fryer basket. Cook for 7–9 minutes, adjusting for thickness, until the skin achieves a crisp texture and the flesh flakes easily when tested with a fork. Remove and let rest for 2 minutes.
04 - While salmon cooks, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
05 - Add chopped Swiss chard to the skillet, tossing to coat with garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2–3 minutes until just wilted but still vibrant. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
06 - Plate the sautéed Swiss chard as a bed, top with the crispy-skinned salmon fillets, and accompany with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing.
