Flaky salmon bites combine with crispy zucchini and flavorful bell peppers in this easy air fryer salmon skewers recipe. Drizzle some freshly-squeezed lemon juice on top and you’ll enjoy every bite.
The best part? This air fryer salmon skewers recipe comes together in just 20 minutes! This is a quick and easy dish you’ll enjoy cooking and eating.
Salmon is one of our favorite seafood dishes. This air fryer salmon skewers recipe is a great new way to prepare salmon for a healthy and easy dinner or lunch.
Why You’ll Love Air Fryer Salmon Skewers
- Heart-healthy and brain-healthy! Salmon is full of vitamins and rich in omega 3. A diet full of omega 3 can reduce inflammation, protect against cancer, and boost heart health.
- Perfectly-cooked salmon! These salmon-bites come out perfectly crispy on the outside and flaky, moist, and tender on the inside.
- Great for meal-prep! Pair these salmon skewers with cauliflower rice, asparagus, or roasted potatoes and store them in a Tupperware container for tomorrow’s lunch!
If you love this air fryer salmon skewers recipe, be sure to check out our exclusive Air Fryer Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs recipe—with sweet pineapple, teriyaki flavor, and fresh veggies, it’s a dish the whole family will love.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Add your favorite ingredients. You can add ingredients like cherry tomatoes, lemon rounds, or thinly sliced shallots to give these skewers extra color and flavor.
- Cook until golden. You’ll know the salmon is cooked through when it’s slightly golden on the edges. You can air fry for a few extra minutes if you like your salmon crispier and more done.
- Soak your wooden skewers before assembly. Wooden skewers are safe to use in your air fryer. But make sure you soak them in cold water for 30 minutes to prevent them from burning in the air fryer.
- Try this fantastic air fryer skewer stand. It props up the skewers vertically in the air fryer, which maximizes the airflow. The result? Perfectly juicy, tender meats and crispy veggies. And, you never have to flip them!
How to Store Air Fryer Salmon Skewers
You can store these salmon skewers in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. To reheat them, just pop them in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Salmon Skewers
This dish is best served hot, with tartar sauce or your favorite dipping sauce on the side. (Personally, I love pairing seafood with this sweet chili sauce.)
These salmon skewers pair delightfully with rice, air fryer asparagus, and roasted potatoes. You could also throw together a quick orzo salad or Caesar salad for a healthy side dish.
More Seafood Recipes
- Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos: With a blend of cabbage, tomatoes, lime, and jalapeno, these seafood tacos are fresh, flavorful, and easy to make.
- Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp: Coconut flakes and panko breadcrumbs make these shrimp super crispy. They’re absolutely divine dipped in sweet chili sauce!
- Air Fryer Crusted Parmesan Salmon: Another fantastic way to prepare salmon, this recipe is much healthier than the traditional fried version. Complete with a creamy wine sauce that combines like magic.
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Air Fryer Salmon Skewers
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon skinless, boneless
- 8-10 zucchini slices
- 8-10 bell pepper pieces
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried herbs
Instructions
- Cut the salmon into 1-inch pieces and place them in a medium bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half of the salt, all the paprika, and half of the dried herbs. Gently mix until evenly coated. (Let the salmon marinate at room temperature for 5–10 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.)
- In a separate bowl, add the zucchini slices and bell pepper pieces. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil, then add the rest of the salt and herbs. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Assemble the skewers by alternating salmon pieces with the vegetables. Place the skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they don’t overlap.
- Air fry at 360°F (180°C) for 8 minutes. Halfway through the cooking time (around 4 minutes), carefully flip the skewers to ensure they cook thoroughly on all sides.
Notes
- This recipe can be made in an air fryer unit with a basket or an air fryer oven. If you are using an air fryer oven, use the middle rack and choose the “Air Fry” function.
- Check your food as it cooks. Each air fryer runs a bit differently. Make sure to check your food as it’s cooking to learn your air fryer better and avoid over- or undercooking.
Frequently Asked Questions
These salmon bites will become an opaque light pink color and golden on the edges when cooked. You can also stick a fork or knife into the middle of a salmon piece to see if it’s done. If the inside is flaky, it’s done. If it’s still a translucent orange-pink hue, it needs a few more minutes.
If you have frozen salmon, make sure to take it out of the freezer a day before and let it thaw completely before using it for this recipe. The spices will integrate into the raw salmon much more easily than they would if it was frozen.
Yes, you can use wooden skewers in your air fryer. Just make sure to soak them in cold water for at least 30 minutes before you assemble your kebabs. This will prevent them from burning or sticking to the food, and it ensures your salmon cooks thoroughly.
