Cajun Butter Salmon Bites
⚡ KevEats Recipe
Cajun Butter Salmon Bites with Asparagus
Crispy salmon cubes tossed in zesty Cajun butter with air-fried asparagus.
These salmon bites are crispy on the edges, tender in the center, and finished in a lemony Cajun-butter sauce. Paired with air-fried Cajun asparagus, this is a fast, protein-packed meal that comes together in under 20 minutes.
340
Calories
25g
Protein
24g
Fat
5g
Carbs
Ingredients
Salmon Bites
- 1 lb salmon filet, skin removed
- 1–2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, such as Slap Ya Mama
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 shallot, finely chopped, optional
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
Air-Fried Cajun Asparagus
- 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- pinch salt and pepper
- optional lemon wedges for serving
Kev Tip
Don’t overcook the salmon.
Salmon cubes cook fast. Pull them as soon as the centers are just opaque so they stay tender.
Make It Fit Your Macros
Lower fat: use 1 tbsp butter instead of 2, or skip the butter and finish with lemon.
Higher carb / athlete plate: serve over quinoa, rice, or sweet potatoes.
Lower carb: keep it with asparagus, greens, or cauliflower rice.
Higher carb / athlete plate: serve over quinoa, rice, or sweet potatoes.
Lower carb: keep it with asparagus, greens, or cauliflower rice.
Meal Prep Notes
Cook salmon and asparagus separately. Reheat gently to prevent the salmon from drying out.
Instructions
- 1Remove salmon skin and slice into 1-inch strips, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
- 2Toss salmon cubes with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
- 3Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- 4Arrange salmon in a single layer and air-fry 5–6 minutes, until lightly charred on the edges and just opaque in the center.
- 5Toss asparagus with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- 6Air-fry asparagus at 400°F for 7–8 minutes, shaking halfway, until tender-crisp and lightly charred.
- 7Warm a skillet over medium heat. Sauté shallot for 1–2 minutes, if using.
- 8Add butter, a pinch more Cajun seasoning, lemon juice, and black pepper. Stir until melted, then remove from heat.
- 9Gently toss salmon cubes in the Cajun-butter sauce until coated.
- 10Serve salmon bites with Cajun asparagus, lemon wedges, and extra black pepper.
Serving Ideas
Build it your way.
Serve over cauliflower rice for lower carb, quinoa or rice for a performance bowl, or toss everything into a big green salad with avocado and cherry tomatoes.
Extra kick.
Add cayenne to the asparagus or finish the salmon with a few dashes of hot sauce.
