Description
Air Fryer Salmon Bites are a quick and delicious way to enjoy tender, flaky salmon with a crispy exterior. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining friends, these flavorful bites can be prepared in under 15 minutes. The fresh ingredients and simple seasoning create a dish that’s both satisfying and healthy. Serve them as an appetizer or toss them into salads and tacos for an extra touch of gourmet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper for heat
Instructions
- Cut salmon fillets into uniform bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using) to create a marinade.
- Toss the salmon pieces in the marinade until well coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the marinated salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and flake easily with a fork.
- Serve warm with extra lemon wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let the salmon marinate for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Customize your bites by adding herbs like dill or substituting garlic with ginger for a different twist.