Weight Watchers Salmon Bites

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Weight Watchers Salmon Bites are a flavorful and healthy snack dish. It contains the least amount of carbs which is only 0.5 grams with a minimal amount of dietary fiber 0.2 grams. The salmon bites have a perfectly golden exterior and an appealing fluffy interior. These yummy bites are perfectly fried in the air fryer. A blend of flavorful spices is used to prepare these bites. Essential nutrients such as healthy protein and omega-3 fatty acids are abundant in this yummy dish. It is delicious, nutritious, and simple and may be served as an appetizer or a main meal. You can fulfill your hunger while achieving your weight loss goals with these Weight Watchers Salmon Bites. These morsels are ideal for a nutritious dinner. Enjoy these mouth-tempting bites with roasted veggies, quinoa, or other meal options. Let’s make this dish with the easy steps (listed below).

STATS

  • Course: Main course, Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Weight Watchers, Low-carb
  • Total Time: Thirty minutes
  • Cook Time: Twenty minutes
  • Preparation Time: Ten minutes

EQUIPMENT

  • Air fryer
  • A sharp knife
  • Forceps
  • Large bowl
  • Serving plate

INGREDIENTS

  • Fresh Salmon 1 Ib
  • Salt half a teaspoon
  • Two tablespoons of Olive oil
  • Crushed garlic half a teaspoon
  • 1/2 tsp of dried thyme
  • Dried sage 1/3 tsp
  • Half a teaspoon of Smoked paprika

INGREDIENT NOTES

Salmon:

  • The star item of this recipe is salmon. We used fresh salmon to prepare these bites. Because fresh salmon gives more taste and flavor than frozen or canned salmon.

Oil:

  • Olive oil works well while marinating the salmon. We used oil to grease the air fryer basket as well.

Garlic:

  • It adds an aroma to the salmon.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Rinse the salmon with normal water.
  2. Then, dry the washed salmon with kitchen paper or a clean towel.
  3. Next, gently peel off the outer layer of skin with a knife.
  4. Use forceps or your fingers to remove the bones.
  5. Next, chop the salmon into pieces that are one inch in diameter.
  6. Now, shift the salmon pieces into a big bowl.
  7. Next, add sage, salt, thyme, crushed garlic, and smoked paprika to the same dish.
  8. Drizzle olive oil over the spices.
  9. Now, marinate the salmon well with the spices.
  10. Place this marination mixture bowl in the refrigerator for forty to sixty minutes.
  11. After that, simmer the marinated salmon with the cooking method (listed below).

Air Fryer

  1. Heat the empty air fryer by setting its temperature to 400 degrees (Fahrenheit).
  2. Next, shift the marinated salmon one by one in an air fryer.
  3. Now, simmer it for five to eight minutes.
  4. For even cooking, stir the air fryer basket while cooking.
  5. The crunchy Weight Watchers Salmon Bites are ready.
  6. Place it on a serving plate.
  7. Serve with low-carb dipping sauce or fresh lemon slices.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

  • Serve the delicious bites with a dollop of non-fat Greek yogurt or a light pesto sauce.
  • Enjoy this dish with brown rice and steamed green beans.
  • Pair it with quinoa and roasted vegetables.
  • Wrap the salmon bites in whole-wheat wraps with sliced avocado, lettuce, and tomatoes.
  • You can also enjoy these tasty bites with sandwiches.

TIPS

  • Use high-quality and fresh salmon. Frozen salmon will also work as an alternative.
  • Gently mix the salmon with other spices during the marinating process.
  • Use bread crumbs to give these bites a crunchy texture.
  • Mist the air fryer before cooking the salmon to avoid them from adhering to the basket.
  • Cut the salmon into uniform cubes for even cooking.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

  • Save the remaining salmon bites in a sealed box and refrigerate it for two to four days.

Freezer:

  • To extend the shelf life of the salmon, put it in an airtight freezer storage box and squeeze out as much air as possible. After that, store the air-fried salmon for sixty to ninety days.

Reheating:

  • We will rewarm the bites in an air fryer for ninety to one-twenty seconds.

FAQs

Can we replace the fresh salmon with canned salmon to prepare these bites?

  • Canned salmon can be used, but I prefer to use fresh salmon for optimal taste and appearance.

Are other protein-rich items suitable for making this dish?

  • Cod or tilapia are two examples of fish that can be used to create salmon bites.

Can salmon be baked instead of air-fried?

  • Baking and air-frying salmon are both healthful cooking techniques, but they differ in a few ways. Air frying is more convenient and faster. It keeps the salmon soft and moist on the inside while producing a crispy outside. While baking methods consume more oil while baking. That’s why I preferred to cook salmon in an air fryer.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Total quantity 4 people servings
Total Calories 225 kcal
Carbohydrates 0.5 g
Dietary Fiber 0.2 g
Protein 23 g
Sugar 0.04 g
Total Fat 14 g
Iron 1 mg
Sodium 341 mg

Each serving of this recipe gives only 2 (two) Weight Watchers points.