Juicy, perfectly cooked salmon with crisp skin, served over tender, garlicky Swiss chard. A healthy and flavorful meal.
# What You'll 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, 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
# How-To Steps:
01 - Pat salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season flesh side generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using.
02 - Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes to ensure proper crisping.
03 - Place salmon fillets skin-side up in air fryer basket. Cook for 7–9 minutes, adjusting for thickness, until skin crisps beautifully and flesh flakes easily. Rest for 2 minutes before serving.
04 - While salmon cooks, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn.
05 - Add chopped Swiss chard to skillet, tossing with garlic. Cook 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until just wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
06 - Plate sautéed Swiss chard, top with crispy-skinned salmon, and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.
