Air Fryer Lemon Dill Salmon with Zucchini and Peppers

Name: Air Fryer Lemon Dill Salmon with Zucchini and Peppers
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 24 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 2 center-cut salmon fillets, skin-on, 5 ounces each; 1.5 cups sliced zucchini (about 165 g); 2/3 cup sliced yellow bell pepper (about 100 g); 1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms (about 70 g); 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, divided; 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill); 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided; Optional: 1 teaspoon capers, rinsed

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Prep: 10 min. Cook: 14 min. Servings: 2.

Ingredients

2 center-cut salmon fillets, skin-on, 5 ounces each
1.5 cups sliced zucchini (about 165 g)
2/3 cup sliced yellow bell pepper (about 100 g)
1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms (about 70 g)
4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
Optional: 1 teaspoon capers, rinsed

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Pat salmon dry. Brush fillets with 2 teaspoons olive oil, then season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, garlic powder, dill, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
In a bowl, toss zucchini, bell pepper, and mushrooms with the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
Arrange vegetables in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 6 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit, shaking the basket once halfway.
Place salmon skin side down in the basket or on the air fryer tray. Air fry for 7 to 10 minutes, until the thickest part of the fish reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a digital meat thermometer to confirm doneness.
Fish does not require a rest period. If you adapt this recipe to other proteins, follow USDA guidance: beef, lamb, or pork steaks and chops to 145 degrees Fahrenheit with a 3 minute rest; ground meats to 160 degrees Fahrenheit; poultry to 165 degrees Fahrenheit; shellfish and other fish to 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
Plate the salmon with the roasted vegetables. Garnish with extra dill, lemon wedges, and optional capers. Serve immediately.

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