Healthy Lemon Garlic Air Fryer Salmon Bites Recipe
This healthy and flavorful dinner recipe features tender salmon bites seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper, coated in a zesty garlic lemon butter sauce, and air fried to perfection. Ready in just 17 minutes, this dish is an easy and nutritious option perfect for a quick weeknight meal, served alone or atop salads and bowls.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salmon
- 1 pound skinless salmon filet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Season Salmon: Add the cubed salmon into a mixing bowl. Sprinkle with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently until all pieces are evenly seasoned.
- Add Sauce: In the same mixing bowl, pour in the melted butter, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Toss the salmon cubes again so they are well coated with the lemon garlic butter mixture.
- Air Fry Salmon Bites: Line the air fryer basket with a liner to prevent the sauce from dripping through. Place the coated salmon cubes in the basket, spreading them out to avoid crowding. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 5 to 7 minutes. There is no need to shake the basket midway. If your basket is small, cook in two batches for best results.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the salmon bites hot with your favorite sides, or use them to top salads or macro bowls. Drizzle any remaining garlic lemon butter sauce on top for extra flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the salmon pieces are cut uniformly to allow even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to achieve crispy edges.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor in the lemon butter sauce.
- If an air fryer is not available, you can bake the salmon bites at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes on a lined baking sheet.
- Leftover salmon bites can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and gently reheated.
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