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Salmon & Courgettes

Name: Salmon & Courgettes
Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets (approx. 150g each), skin on or off; 4 medium courgettes (about 600g total), sliced into 1cm rounds; 1 tbsp olive oil (or 1 Actifry spoonful); Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Optional: juice of ½ lemon, fresh dill or parsley for garnish

A fresh, healthy dinner that feels special but takes just 20 minutes: succulent salmon fillets and tender courgettes, lightly seasoned and air-fried to perfection. Low in fat, high in omega-3s, and perfect with a squeeze of lemon or a simple salad. Ideal for midweek meals or ligh

Shared by AF Recipes community · 4 February 2026

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From our original community collection. These instructions have been preserved; this recipe has not been newly tested for the relaunch.

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Ingredients

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4 salmon fillets (approx. 150g each), skin on or off
4 medium courgettes (about 600g total), sliced into 1cm rounds
1 tbsp olive oil (or 1 Actifry spoonful)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Optional: juice of ½ lemon, fresh dill or parsley for garnish

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Prep Ingredients: Pat salmon fillets dry with kitchen paper. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper. Slice courgettes into even rounds.
Load Air Fryer:
For Actifry 2-in-1: Place courgettes in the bowl with paddle. Add salmon fillets to the upper tray. Drizzle oil over both layers.
For standard air fryer: Toss courgettes with oil, salt, and pepper. Place in basket. Lay salmon fillets on top (skin side down if skin-on).";
Cook:
Actifry: Select the “Fish” programme or set to 160°C for 15 minutes.
Standard air fryer: Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily and courgettes are tender with slight golden edges.";
Serve: Plate salmon and courgettes together. Squeeze over fresh lemon juice and scatter with herbs if using.

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