If you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner option using fresh ingredients, then you’ll want to try this Air Fryer Lemon Dill Mahi Mahi recipe. This recipe is one of my quickest and easiest gluten-free Mahi Mahi recipes that uses only five simple ingredients. Plus, using your air fryer means you’ll have dinner on the table in under 15 minutes!
Easy Lemon Dill Mahi Mahi
You know how much I love Mahi Mahi because of its mild flavor and easy cooking requirements. Mahi Mahi fillets cook quickly while holding their shape and texture, plus it’s an easy go-to for a gluten-free dinner option! You can easily bake Mahi, like with my Oven Baked Mahi Mahi, or you can grill Mahi, like with my Honey Lime Mahi Mahi. But, we’re going to make cooking Mahi for dinner even easier in this recipe by using your air fryer.
Ingredients needed for lemon dill Mahi Mahi
- 2 fresh or thawed wild-caught Mahi Mahi fillets
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. fresh dill – chopped
- 2-3 fresh lemon slices
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. cracked black pepper
How to make air fryer lemon dill Mahi Mahi
- In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice and olive oil. Stir to combine.
- Lay the fresh or thawed Mahi Mahi fillets onto a sheet of parchment paper. Brush both sides of each fillet with the lemon juice mixture – coating heavily.
- Season with salt and pepper. Then, top with the chopped fresh dill. Lay the lemon slices on top of the fillets.
- Place Mahi Mahi fillets into the air fryer basket and cook for 12-14 minutes at 400 degrees F.
- Remove from basket and serve immediately.
Recipe FAQs
Do you put oil in an air fryer?
No, you do not put any oil into your air fryer. An air fryer cooks food by circulating hot air around food using a convection mechanism. You can brush your food with oil before cooking.
Can you open an air fryer while cooking?
Yes, it is safe to open your air fryer while cooking to check or turn/toss the food.
Can I cook frozen Mahi Mahi in an air fryer?
Yes, you can cook frozen Mahi Mahi in an air fryer. However, you will need to add a few minutes to your cooking time.
What is the flavor of Mahi Mahi?
Mahi Mahi has a very mild flavor. It’s a white fish that has a moderately firm texture. It’s very similar to cod but a bit thicker, but not as thick as swordfish.
Recommended kitchen tools for this recipe
Wanderlust and Wellness participates in the Amazon affiliate program. Please see my affiliate disclaimer.
Enjoy these gluten-free sides with your lemon dill Mahi Mahi
- Sautéed Green Beans & Mushrooms
- Coconut Lime Ceviche
- Chipotle Shrimp Guacamole
- Healthy Apple & Broccoli Slaw
Air Fryer Lemon Dill Mahi Mahi
Air Fryer Lemon Dill Mahi Mahi
Air Fryer lemon dill Mahi Mahi is an easy gluten-free dinner that cooks in under 15 minutes using only fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 fresh or thawed Mahi Mahi fillets
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2-3 fresh lemon slices
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. cracked black pepper
- 1 Tbsp. fresh dill - chopped
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice and olive oil. Stir to combine.
- Lay the fresh or thawed Mahi Mahi fillets onto a sheet of parchment paper. Brush both sides of each fillet with the lemon juice mixture - coating heavily.
- Season with salt and pepper. Then, top with the chopped fresh dill. Lay the lemon slices on top of the fillets.
- Place Mahi Mahi fillets into the air fryer basket and cook for 12-14 minutes at 400 degrees F.
- Remove from basket and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can cook frozen Mahi Mahi fillets if needed. Increase cooking time by 3-5 minutes.
- Nutritional Disclaimer
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 0Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g
Jennifer is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Wanderlust and Wellness since 2016. She creates easy, approachable gluten-free recipes for the everyday home cook; because cooking gluten-free doesn’t mean food has to be complicated or tasteless.
Your instructions doesn’t say what to do with the 2-3 lemon slices
Thank you for catching that. I have edited the recipe.
I have an AirFryer Pro (with the racks). can I cook this directly on the rack or should I put foil under it?
I’ve never used this style of air fryer, however I wouldn’t think you would need to put foil under it.
This may be a stupid question, but do you place the parchment paper in the air fryer?
Never a stupid question! No, you do not need to place the parchment paper into the air fryer. Just be sure to spray the basket with cooking oil beforehand to ensure it doesn’t stick.