• Prep time: 10 minutes

• Cook time: 8–10 minutes

• Servings: 2

Ingredients

• Salmon: 1 lb. skinless salmon fillets, cut into 1-inch cubes

• Oil: 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

• Seasoning: 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper

• Glaze: 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup) and 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

• Garnish: Fresh parsley or sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).4 While it heats, pat the salmon cubes completely dry with a paper towel. (This is the secret to getting a good sear!)

2. Season: In a medium bowl, toss the salmon cubes with the oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

3. Arrange: Place the salmon bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Make sure they aren't touching so the air can circulate freely.

4. Air Fry: Cook for 7 to 9 minutes. At the 5-minute mark, shake the basket gently to ensure even browning.

5. Glaze: In the last 2 minutes of cooking, whisk the honey and soy sauce together. Quickly brush the mixture onto the salmon bites or toss them in a bowl with the glaze and return to the air fryer for the final 60 seconds to caramelize.

6. Serve: Remove promptly and garnish with parsley or sesame seeds.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Values are estimates based on standard ingredients.

Nutrient Amount

Calories345 kcal

Total Fat18g

Saturated Fat3g

Cholesterol105mg

Sodium580mg

Total Carbohydrates10g

Dietary Fiber0g

Sugars9g

Protein34g

Pro Tips for Success

• Don't Overcook: Salmon can go from perfect to dry very quickly. Check for an internal temperature of $145°F$ ($63°C$), or look for the meat to be opaque and flake easily with a fork.

• Skin Removal: If you bought salmon with the skin on, it's easiest to remove it by sliding a sharp knife between the flesh and skin while the fillet is still whole, before cubing.

• Uniformity: Try to cut the cubes into similar sizes so they all finish cooking at the exact same time.