Description
Quick, flavorful, and healthy air fryer salmon bites perfect for a weeknight meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- In a bowl, toss the salmon cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until well coated.
- Place the salmon bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch.
- Cook for 7-9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon is cooked through and slightly crispy on the edges.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use skinless salmon for best texture and even cooking.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, adding chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Serve with a dipping sauce or over rice or salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg