Salmon Veggie Air Fryer Egg Bites

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Total Time 25 mins

Courses: Appetizers & Snacks, Heart Healthy

Servings: 4

Description

These Salmon Veggie Air Fryer Egg Bites come together quickly and cook in just a few minutes in the air fryer. With the addition of a creamy yogurt sauce, these bites make for a great grab-and-go snack or lunch.

This recipe was developed for the Egg Nutrition Center by Sara Haas, RDN, LDN.

Ingredients

2 large eggs
2 5 oz cans unsalted, boneless, skinless salmon, drained well 
1 tsp low-sodium Old Bay seasoning
3/8 tsp ground black pepper, divided
1 jarred, roasted, red bell pepper, patted dry and chopped
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt
1/2 tsp lemon zest
1 Tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
2
Whisk the eggs in the bottom of a large bowl and add the salmon, Old Bay Seasoning and 1/4 tsp. black pepper. Fold in the bell pepper and scallions. 
3
Line the bottom of the air fryer basket with parchment paper, then drop ¼ cup scoops of salmon mixture into the basket, allowing 2 inches space between patties. Note that you may need to work in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer. Cook bites until crisp and golden, about 5 minutes per side.
4
Combine the Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and 1/8 tsp. black pepper in a separate bowl. Enjoy as a dipping sauce with the salmon veggie egg bites.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 130kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g7%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 120mg40%
Sodium 230mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 2g1%
Sugars 1g
Protein 20g40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.