By Becky Hardin
Published Mar 22, 2022
Fresh, delicious and healthy, this cilantro lime salmon is cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Ready to serve in less than half and hour, this recipe is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner after a long day.
Cilantro Lime Salmon
We try to eat fish at least a couple of times a week. Full of nutrients, it’s a great addition to any well balanced diet. This cilantro lime salmon is a delicious way to stay in touch with your healthy lifestyle goals.
Cooking salmon in the air fryer is so quick and effortless. I find that it really helps to lock in all of those flavors and it comes out perfectly cooked and flaky. This recipe is not to be missed!
Be sure to try my Salmon Burgers and Salmon Piccata too!
Why You’ll Love this Air Fryer Salmon Recipe:
- HEALTHY: Low in calories, carbs and fats and with lots of omega-3s, this is one tasty gluten-free dinner the whole family will love.
- QUICK AND EASY: Simple to prep with just a few ingredients, this is ready to serve in less than 30 minutes.
- ONE POT : All cooked in the air fryer, even the clean up is a breeze!
This recipe is an easy way to add flavor to your salmon. Light and fresh, it’s full of goodness!
How to Make Air Fryer Cilantro Lime Salmon
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- Pat the salmon dry.
- Mix together the Goya seasoning and avocado oil and rub over the salmon.
- Cook in the air fryer.
- Spoon over the cilantro and lime to serve.
While fresh salmon is best, you can certainly use frozen salmon fillets. Let them thaw in the refrigerator before using.
Instead of avocado oil, use another oil with a high smoke point like canola or grapeseed oil. Avoid low smoke point oils such as butter or olive oil.
This is a delicious spice blend that is typically found in the Hispanic section of almost any supermarket. It comes in an orange box of 8 packets.
Yes! Simply use an equal amount of cilantro in place of parsley.
Store this salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or air fryer before serving.
Serving Suggestions
This air fryer cilantro lime salmon is great to serve with potato or veggie sides for a delicious well balance dinner, Try it with:
- Sauteed Green Beans
- Asparagus Almondine
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
- Crispy Zucchini Fries
This recipe is the perfect center for an easy salmon dinner you can make any night of the week!
Tips!
- Make sure that you pat the salmon dry before seasoning. If it contains excess water, the salmon can get mushy when it cooks.
- Preheat your air fryer before placing in the salmon. If your air fryer doesn’t have a pre heat function, let it run at 400F for 5 minutes first.
- The salmon is cooked when it is an opaque pink in color and flakes easily with a fork.
I love how quick and easy this salmon is to prep and cook. It’s full of fresh flavors and is perfect to add to your weekly meal rotation.
Can I make my own spice blend for this recipe?
Absolutely! If you can’t find the pre-made spice blend, make your own seasoning by combining 1 teaspoon each of: garlic powder, cumin, coriander, and salt. Mix these spices together in a small bowl and use in place of the Goya Sazón. You won’t have that gorgeous orange color but it will still taste delicious.
Can I use bottled lime juice?
Fresh lime juice is best! You’ll need the zest from fresh limes anyways, so pick up 2-3 limes to use in this recipe.
Can I serve this salmon without the skin?
Definitely. I like the crunchiness from the cooked skin, but if you prefer salmon without the skin, pull it off before topping with the cilantro mixture. You can also use skinless salmon fillets to avoid the hassle of removing the skin.
More Air Fryer Dinner Recipes We Love
- Air Fryer Beef and Broccoli
- Air Fryer Pork Chops
- Air Fryer Breaded Tilapia
- Air Fryer Meatloaf
This cilantro lime salmon is cooked to perfection in the air fryer. It’s so effortless, but the flavors are out of this world.
More Flavorful Salmon Recipes to Try:
- Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa
- Honey Garlic Salmon and Asparagus
- Firecracker Salmon
- Baked Pesto Salmon
- Air Fryer Miso Salmon
- Garlic Butter Salmon
- Pecan Crusted Honey Bourbon Salmon
- Honey Mustard Salmon and Potatoes
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 2 skin-on salmon fillets 4 ounces each
- ▢ 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- ▢ 10 grams Goya Foods Sazón con Culantro y Achiote
- ▢ ½ cup cilantro chopped
- ▢ ¼ cup fresh lime juice about 2 limes
- ▢ 1 teaspoon lime zest about 1 lime
- ▢ Lime wedges for garnish
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Instructions
- Before cooking, bring the salmon to room temperature and dry off any moisture with a paper towel. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. 2 skin-on salmon fillets
- In a small bowl, stir the oil and Goya seasoning together until combined. 10 grams Goya Foods Sazón con Culantro y Achiote, 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- Rub the seasoning over each salmon fillet until thoroughly coated.
- Place one salmon fillet skin-side down in the air fryer. Cook for 11-13 minutes, or until you can flake the center of the fillet with your finger and the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Repeat with the second fillet.
- In another small bowl, combine the cilantro, lime juice, and lime zest together. ½ cup cilantro, ¼ cup fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon lime zest
- Brush or spoon the cilantro mixture evenly over each fillet and serve with lime wedges. Lime wedges
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Air Fryer Cilantro Lime Salmon Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 skin-on salmon fillets 4 ounces each
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 10 grams Goya Foods Sazón con Culantro y Achiote
- ½ cup cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice about 2 limes
- 1 teaspoon lime zest about 1 lime
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Before cooking, bring the salmon to room temperature and dry off any moisture with a paper towel. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. 2 skin-on salmon fillets
- In a small bowl, stir the oil and Goya seasoning together until combined. 10 grams Goya Foods Sazón con Culantro y Achiote, 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- Rub the seasoning over each salmon fillet until thoroughly coated.
- Place one salmon fillet skin-side down in the air fryer. Cook for 11-13 minutes, or until you can flake the center of the fillet with your finger and the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Repeat with the second fillet.
- In another small bowl, combine the cilantro, lime juice, and lime zest together. ½ cup cilantro, ¼ cup fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon lime zest
- Brush or spoon the cilantro mixture evenly over each fillet and serve with lime wedges. Lime wedges
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By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
