Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Bites
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Quick Facts
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into bite-size cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Lemon zest or lemon juice, for serving
Directions
1. Pat the salmon dry and cut it into bite-size cubes.
2. Toss the salmon with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
4. Air fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, shaking or turning halfway through.
5. Serve hot with lemon and your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes / Tips
Do not overcrowd the basket, or the salmon will steam instead of brown.
Pat the salmon dry before seasoning for better crispy edges.
Check early near the end — salmon cooks fast and should stay juicy inside.
Variations
Garlic Butter Style: Drizzle with melted garlic butter after cooking.
Spicy Style: Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes.
Lemon Pepper Style: Add extra lemon zest and cracked black pepper before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 245
Fat: 15 g
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Protein: 27 g
Sodium: 360 mg
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