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Honey Mustard Salmon Bites Recipe

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Honey Mustard Salmon Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring tender salmon cubes marinated in a flavorful honey mustard sauce, air fried to crispy perfection and served over a bed of white rice with fresh shredded romaine and herbs. This quick and healthy recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal packed with protein and vibrant flavors.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Salmon Bites

  • 1 1/2 pounds salmon, cut into 1-inch cubes (skin on or off, based on preference)

Honey Mustard Sauce

  • 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

To Serve

  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
  • Optional toppings: chili crunch, sliced cucumber

Instructions

  1. Cube salmon: Using a very sharp knife, cut the salmon into roughly 1-inch cubes. You can leave the skin on for extra crispiness or remove it if you prefer.
  2. Make sauce: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice until smooth. Reserve about 1/3 cup of this sauce for drizzling later.
  3. Marinate salmon: Add the salmon cubes to the bowl with the remaining sauce and toss well to coat evenly. Set aside and let marinate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Preheat air fryer: About 5 minutes before the end of marinating, preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and grease the air fryer basket to prevent sticking.
  5. Cook salmon: Place the marinated salmon cubes in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving any extra marinade behind. Air fry for 7-9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking, until the salmon is crispy on the outside and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Serve: Arrange cooked salmon bites over cooked white rice topped with shredded romaine lettuce and fresh herbs. Drizzle the reserved honey mustard sauce over the top. For additional texture and flavor, sprinkle chili crunch or add sliced cucumber if desired. Enjoy your meal!

Notes

  • You can remove the salmon skin if you don’t like the texture or prefer skinless bites.
  • Marinating for the full 30 minutes enhances the flavor but you can shorten it if needed.
  • If you don’t have an air fryer, salmon can be cooked in an oven at 400°F for about 10-12 minutes or until flaky.
  • Serve with chili crunch or sliced cucumber for additional texture and flavor contrast.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated gently.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 9 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/honey-mustard-salmon-bites-recipe/