Air Fryer Salmon Bites

5 from 106 votes

Tender on the inside, lightly crispy on the outside and brimming with zesty flavor makes these air fryer salmon bites a favorite ant time. Ready in less than 20 minutes too!

Prep Time5

Cook Time8

Total Time13

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie

Servings:

Calories: 174kcal

Author: Toni Dash

Equipment

air fryer

Ingredients

1 pound skinless salmon fillet cut into 1-inch cubes
olive oil spray
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Skinny Bang Bang Sauce optional for dipping

Instructions

Dab the salmon with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
Place the salmon pieces into a large mixing bowl and spritz with olive oil spray, toss and spritz again to coat the salmon cubes.
1 pound skinless salmon fillet, olive oil spray
In a small bowl combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Stir to mix together.
1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Sprinkle the seasoning onto the salmon, toss to coat.
Place the salmon bites into the basket of the air fryer in a single layer with space in between. NOTE: For most air fryers this will require cooking in 2 (or more) batches.
Air fry at 380 degrees for 7-8 minutes; the outside should just be turning crisp and the inside is still moist.
Remove from the air fryer and allow to sit 1-2 minutes before serving. Serve with Skinny Bang Bang Sauce for dipping (optional).
Skinny Bang Bang Sauce

Notes

Note on air fryer cooking

All brand and types of air fryers cook slightly differently. It's important to monitor during cooking for doneness as your air fryer may vary in cooking time. The size of your air fryer will also determine how many 1-inch cubes you can cook at once. We used a Cosori XL 5.8 quart Air Fryer to make this air fryer salmon bites recipe.

Storing leftovers

Place any leftover salmon in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. They can be rewarmed in the microwave or added cold to salads.

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