Air Fryer Lemon Salmon with Roasted Broccoli
Flaky salmon fillet and crisp tender broccoli florets air-fried with garlic and fresh lemon. A fast, nutrient-packed dish that brings rich omega-3s and fiber to your plate in under 20 minutes.
Prep
8 min
Cook
12 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Leslie + Lila
Leslie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Prep
8 min
Cook
12 min
Total
20 min
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Time saver
For meal prep, store cooked salmon and broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3 to 4 minutes.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C)…
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Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C)…
Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
Allow: 3 minutes
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Toss 1
Toss 1.5 cups of fresh broccoli florets with 0.5 tsp of olive oil, 0.25 tsp of garlic powder, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl until evenly coated.
Look for: evenly coated
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Season a 150g salmon fillet with 0
Season a 150g salmon fillet with 0.5 tsp of olive oil, 0.25 tsp of garlic powder, a pinch of salt, and 1 tbsp of fresh lemon juice.
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Place the seasoned broccoli florets into the…
Place the seasoned broccoli florets into the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 4 minutes.
Allow: 4 minutes
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Shake the basket
Shake the basket, push the broccoli to one side, and place the salmon fillet skin-side down on the open side of the basket.
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Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 7…
Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 7 to 9 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), and the broccoli edges are lightly charred.
Look for: the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), and the broccoli edges are lightly charred
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Plate the salmon and broccoli immediately
Plate the salmon and broccoli immediately, squeezing fresh lemon zest or extra juice on top before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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