15-Minute Keto Everything Bagel Salmon Bites with Lemon Dill Aioli
If you are tired of dry, boring fish recipes, these Everything Bagel Salmon Bites are about to change your life. This recipe takes the iconic, savory crunch of your favorite bagel and pairs it with buttery, melt-in-your-mouth salmon cubes. Rich in heart-healthy Omega-3 fatty acids and high-quality protein, this dish is a nutritional powerhouse that supports brain health while keeping you strictly within your keto macros. By ditching the bagel bread and keeping the seasoning, we get all the flavor with virtually zero carbs. Whether you air fry them for maximum crispiness or bake them in the oven, they are ready in under 15 minutes, making them the ultimate weeknight savior for busy low-carb lifestyles.
The Masterplan
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure the seasoning sticks and the fish crisps up nice and golden. Cut the salmon into uniform 1-inch cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the salmon cubes with the olive oil until they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the Everything Bagel Seasoning and garlic powder over the salmon. Toss gently again until every bite is generously speckled with seeds and spices.
AIR FRYER METHOD: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the salmon bites in a single layer in the basket (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
OVEN METHOD: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange salmon in a single layer and bake for 8-10 minutes.
While the salmon cooks, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, fresh dill, and minced garlic in a small bowl to make the dipping sauce.
Serve the hot salmon bites immediately with the cooling lemon dill aioli on the side.
Perfect Pairings
Keto Mediterranean Whipped Feta Steak Bites
Crispy Keto Brown Butter Sage Cauliflower Gnocchi
Slow-Cooker Keto Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Gather Your Energy
Step by Step
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure the seasoning sticks and the fish crisps up nice and golden. Cut the salmon into uniform 1-inch cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the salmon cubes with the olive oil until they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the Everything Bagel Seasoning and garlic powder over the salmon. Toss gently again until every bite is generously speckled with seeds and spices.
AIR FRYER METHOD: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the salmon bites in a single layer in the basket (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
OVEN METHOD: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange salmon in a single layer and bake for 8-10 minutes.
While the salmon cooks, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, fresh dill, and minced garlic in a small bowl to make the dipping sauce.
Serve the hot salmon bites immediately with the cooling lemon dill aioli on the side.