Description
These perfectly seasoned Blackened Air Fryer Salmon Bites are tender, flaky, and packed with smoky flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, they’re a healthy keto-friendly meal that pairs beautifully with lemon wedges and fresh parsley. A delicious way to enjoy restaurant-quality salmon at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 ounce) skinless salmon filets, diced in 1-inch chunks
- Olive oil spray
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
- Brown rice (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Place salmon chunks in a bowl and spray lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle seasoning mix over salmon and toss gently to coat.
- Arrange salmon in air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 7-9 minutes until crisp on edges and cooked through.
- Remove carefully with tongs. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and parsley garnish over rice if desired.
Notes
Tips: For extra crispiness, spray salmon lightly with oil before seasoning. Substitute smoked paprika for deeper flavor. Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: B
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: salmon bites, air fryer salmon, blackened salmon