Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Air fryer salmon bites are a quick, healthy, and versatile dish packed with smoky flavor. Perfect for meal prep, they can be enjoyed on their own or added to rice bowls, salads, and pastas for an easy, protein-rich meal. Delicious with one of our recommended dipping sauces!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika (sub: paprika)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (Sub: any neutral oil (vegetable, canola, olive, etc.))
- 1 1/2 pounds salmon (skin removed)
Instructions
- Prep Salmon Bites: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, cornstarch, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Cut the (skinless) salmon into 1-2 inch pieces and pat dry with a paper towel. Add the salmon and oil to the spices and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Air Fry: Arrange salmon bites in the basket of an air fryer in a single, even layer, with a little space between pieces (you will likely need to do this in two batches). Air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes, shaking at least once during the cook time, until crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Serve hot with a dipping sauce like Bang Bang Sauce or Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce.
Notes/Tips
- Spanish or Hungarian paprika can be substituted for the smoked paprika, but we highly recommend using smoked paprika for this recipe.
- Keep batches warm in the oven at 200°F until ready to serve.
- Store cooled salmon bites in an airtight container or Ziploc bag in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- If you’re cooking multiple batches of salmon in the air fryer, keep in mind that later batches may cook faster since the air fryer is already thoroughly preheated—so check for doneness a bit earlier to avoid overcooking.
- These salmon bites pair great with salads, rice, pasta, roasted vegetables, and much more! They’re a great option for meal prep and can be enjoyed hot or cold.
Nutrition
Serving: 6 ounces per serving | Calories: 293 kcal (15%) | Carbohydrates: 5 g (2%) | Protein: 34 g (68%) | Fat: 14 g (22%) | Cholesterol: 94 mg (31%) | Sodium: 658 mg (29%) | Fiber: 0.4 g (2%) | Sugar: 3 g (3%)
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