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These easy Air Fryer Salmon Bites are coated in seasonings and air fried to perfection in just 10 minutes! This healthy recipe is naturally low-carb and works great as a meal, appetizer, or snack.
Easy Salmon Bites
You are going to love these simple Air Fryer Salmon Bites! You’ll have this healthy meal on the table in 10 minutes, and it works with SO many different vegetables and sides. It’s naturally low-carb, keto-friendly, and low-calorie, so it’s very diet friendly. The recipe is even gluten-free, nut-free, egg-free, and dairy-free — Perfect for navigating common allergies!
Want more salmon ideas? Try easy air fryer salmon fillets, this salmon and broccoli sheet pan, or these blackened salmon kabobs.
Why you’ll love this recipe:
- Easy – All you have to do is season your salmon and toss it into the air fryer for 6 or 7 minutes. Great for beginner cooks, college students, busy families, and single people. No difficult ingredients or complicated cooking methods!
- Healthy – One serving of this recipe is under 300 calories, under 2 carbs, and over 30 grams of protein. Salmon has loads of nutrients and vitamins as well, making it a valuable ingredient in any diet.
- Versatile – This is a great snack on its own, but you can also throw the bites on a salad, fold it into pasta, wrap it in a tortilla, or add it to a rice (or cauli rice) bowl. It won’t go bad because you’ll find a dozen different ways to enjoy it! You can also swap out the seasonings to complement all your favorite flavors.
Ingredients
Here’s a quick overview of what you’ll need for this healthy snack. Find exact measurements in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page.
- Salmon – You want skin removed and the salmon filets cut into 1-inch pieces. Try to keep them the same size so that they’ll cook evenly. Feel free to use any type of salmon (Atlantic salmon, Sockeye salmon, etc.)
- Olive oil – Keeps the salmon moist and helps the seasoning stick. Replace with avocado oil, coconut oil, or your preferred cooking oil.
- Seasonings – I used garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, cumin, and oregano. If you prefer, you could replace this with an all-purpose seasoning, Cajun seasoning, homemade BBQ rub, or even blackening seasoning if you prefer more spice. A little honey, soy sauce, sriracha, and sesame oil could add an Asian twist.
- Optional: lime wedges, fresh herbs, or cracked pepper
How to Make Air Fryer Salmon Bites
This quick and simple recipe comes together with just a mixing bowl and an air fryer! Here’s a step-by-step guide to making these juicy salmon bites.
Season salmon
Start by checking all your fish for any bones, making sure the salmon cubes are roughly the same size so they’ll all cook at the same rate. Place them in a mixing bowl and toss with olive oil. In a small bowl, combine all your spices together.
Sprinkle the combined spices over the salmon and stir or toss to coat. Be sure that each piece is well coated on all sides, but be gentle so that the salmon doesn’t start to fall apart.
Cook
Allow your air fryer to preheat to 390 degrees F for 3 minutes. Once hot, lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray (or use a liner if you prefer). Air fry the salmon for 3 minutes, and then gently toss or turn the salmon. Continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through completely. Once cooked through, remove with tongs.
How to serve salmon bites
Start by garnishing your juicy salmon bites with finely chopped parsley, cilantro, or other herbs. Squeeze a lime wedge over the salmon (or use lemon juice if you prefer), and serve immediately.
We love these seasoned salmon bites as an appetizer (with these handy skewers) with our favorite dipping sauces (it’s great with jalapeno ranch or some sriracha mayo). We also love them tossed onto a salad–They’re perfect with the spring salad for brunch or this fall salad during football season!
Side dishes to serve with salmon bites:
Storage & Reheating Tips:
- Allow the salmon to cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3-4 days.
- To freeze, cool salmon before freezing for up to 3 months. You can protect it from freezer burn by wrapping each individual portion with plastic wrap, then storing all the servings in a freezer bag.
- Reheat low and slow. Mist with a few sprays of water, then reheat in the air fryer (325-350 degrees) for 3-5 minutes. If reheating a lot at once, you can use the oven at 300 degrees for 5-10 minutes.
- Skip reheating all together if you like! These salmon bites are delicious and stay nice and juicy straight from the fridge as well. Perfect for a salad, lettuce wrap, or some lunch charcuterie!
More healthy air fryer snacks:
Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pound salmon fillets, skin removed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- Optional: lime wedges
Instructions
- Place the salmon pieces in a large mixing bowl and toss with the olive oil. In a separate bowl, combine the spices.
- Sprinkle the spices over the salmon and stir to coat. Be sure the salmon is nicely coated on all sides.
- Preheat the air fryer for 3 minutes to 390 degrees F.
- Lightly spray the air fryer with cooking spray or use a liner. Cook the salmon for 3 minutes, toss or turn the salmon, and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
- Garnish with finely chopped parsley, cilantro, and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
