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Lemon Garlic Butter Air Fryer Salmon Bites With Herbs

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Enjoy easy lemon garlic butter air fryer salmon bites! Crispy, tender, and ready in minutes for a perfect healthy dinner or appetizer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) salmon fillet cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) Napa Valley olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) Meyer lemon juice
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) paprika
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) black pepper
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh parsley chopped, optional

Method
 

  1. Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat.
  2. Combine the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  3. Coat the salmon pieces thoroughly by tossing them in the prepared mixture.
  4. Arrange the salmon pieces in a single layer within the air fryer basket.
  5. Air-fry for 8 to 10 minutes, ensuring to shake the basket at the halfway mark.
  6. Top with fresh parsley prior to serving.

Notes

Sizing Strategy: I always cut my salmon into uniform one inch cubes to ensure every single piece reaches that perfect, buttery consistency at the exact same time.
Marinade Timing: You can prep the