Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Make these Air Fryer Salmon Bites in minutes! Juicy, buttery, and perfectly seasoned for a quick, flavorful meal or easy appetizer.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- mixing bowl (medium and large)
- whisk or spoon (for mixing butter)
- paper towels
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon filet fresh or if using frozen, thawed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (juice of about ½ lemon)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon lemon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon celery seeds (you can substitute with Italian seasoning or your favorite herb blend)
- 2 tablespoons garlic butter melted and cooled
Instructions
- Place the salmon filet on a plate, pat dry with a paper towel, and remove the skin if needed.1 pound salmon filet
- Cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces and place in a mixing bowl.
- Add the olive oil and lemon juice, tossing to coat evenly.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Sprinkle with salt, lemon pepper, black pepper, and celery seeds. Mix until well coated.¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon lemon pepper, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon celery seeds
- Place the salmon pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry at 375°F for 7-9 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily (internal temperature should be around 120°F).
- Transfer the cooked salmon bites to a bowl and drizzle with melted garlic butter. Toss gently to coat.2 tablespoons garlic butter
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
🥡 STORAGE: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Keep any extra garlic butter in a separate container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
♨️ REHEATING: Air fryer: Reheat at 300°F for 3-4 minutes or until warmed through.
Microwave: Heat in 20-second intervals until hot.
Skillet: Warm over medium heat with a small amount of butter.
❄️ FREEZING: Place cooled salmon bites in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid.
Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS: Make your own garlic butter: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter (salted or unsalted), then stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1 teaspoon of dried parsley. For more garlic flavor, use 2 teaspoons.
For a spicy kick, add paprika or chili powder to the seasoning mix.
For a kid-friendly version, mix a little honey into the garlic butter before tossing.
For a deluxe version, sprinkle grated Parmesan over the salmon before serving.
Serve over Caesar salad, pasta, or rice for a complete meal.
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS: Oven: Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.
Stovetop: Pan-sear over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through.
Grill: Cook over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
♻️ LEFTOVERS: Add leftover salmon bites to fried rice, creamy pasta, or a wrap.
Break into smaller pieces and use as a topping for salads or grain bowls.
Mix with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dill for a quick and easy salmon salad.
📝 NOTES: The salmon is cooked when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of about 120°F.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking.
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
Garlic butter adds richness, but the bites are delicious even without it.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25g | Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.5g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 196mg | Potassium: 565mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 47IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
