Quick Description
Juicy, crispy-edged salmon cubes seared in garlic butter and served with a creamy herb sauce. High-protein, low-carb, and perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
Servings & Timing
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
Salmon Bites
- 1½ lbs salmon fillet (skin removed), cut into 1½-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried parsley (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- Optional: pinch red pepper flakes
Creamy Herb Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt (lighter option)
- 2 tbsp sour cream (or more Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped chives
- 1 small garlic clove, grated
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Salmon
Pat salmon dry with paper towels.
Season with paprika, salt, pepper, onion powder, and parsley.
2️⃣ Sear the Salmon
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add salmon cubes in a single layer (don’t overcrowd).
- Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Add butter and garlic during the last minute. Spoon garlic butter over salmon.
- Remove from heat once cooked through (internal temp 125–130°F for tender salmon).
3️⃣ Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix mayo/Greek yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon, herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Chill until ready to serve.
Serving Ideas
- Serve as appetizer with dipping sauce
- Add to rice bowls
- Toss into salads
- Serve with roasted vegetables
- Make lettuce wraps
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 3 days
- Reheat gently to avoid drying
- Sauce keeps 4–5 days refrigerated
Approximate Macros (per serving)
- Calories: ~420
- Protein: ~38g
- Carbs: ~3g
- Fat: ~28g
