High-Protein Crispy Salmon Bites with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Dipping Sauce is a delicious Mediterranean dish. It contains salmon, sun-dried tomatoes, sour cream, rice vinegar, fresh basil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. These are very simple items that might be present in the pantry, or you might get them from any nearby stores. This dish contains dairy items in the creamy dipping sauce, but you can utilize plain Greek yogurt as an alternative option. High-Protein Crispy Salmon Bites with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Dipping Sauce are prepared in 25 minutes, perfect for a quick appetizer, lunch, or light dinner. Serve these crispy salmon bites with roasted asparagus, quinoa, or a cucumber salad. You can easily store this dish in the fridge and freezer, so it is good for both short-term and long-term storage.
STATS:
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Preparation Duration: Fifteen minutes
- Serving size: 4 oz. salmon bites with sauce
- Cook time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Total time: 25 minutes
- Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course
- Diet: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
- Serving: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Chopping board
- Mixing bowls
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
- Large nonstick pan
- Spatula
- Paper towels
INGREDIENTS:
SALMON BITES:
- One pound salmon fillet
- ½ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp. garlic powder
- ¼ tsp. onion powder
- 2 tbsp. oil from the sun-dried tomato jar
FOR THE CREAMY SUN-DRIED TOMATO SAUCE:
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil & herbs) — drained
- ½ cup sour cream
- â…› tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. rice vinegar
- One tsp. fresh basil
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder
- ½ tbsp. remaining sun-dried tomato oil
INGREDIENT NOTES:
SALMON:
- We have to utilize the skinless center-cut salmon fillet because it is thick, soft, & easy to cut into evenly sized bites.
SUN-DRIED TOMATOES:
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes which contain oil & herbs to add extra flavor to the dish. We have to drain and chop them finely so they blend easily into the creamy dipping sauce.
SUN-DRIED TOMATO OIL:
- Add the oil from the sun-dried tomato jar to include a concentrated tomato and herb flavor. It also helps the salmon pieces develop golden and crispy edges.
SOUR CREAM:
- We have to utilize the sour cream to create the creamy base for the dipping sauce and balance the rich salmon and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. You can use plain Greek yogurt instead for an even higher-protein option.
ITALIAN SEASONING:
- Italian seasoning provides a simple blend of herbs and adds a flavorful taste to the salmon and sun-dried tomatoes.
FRESH BASIL:
- Add the fresh basil to provide a bright and aromatic finish to the creamy sauce. It also enhances the Mediterranean-inspired flavor of the dish.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Dry the salmon properly with paper towels, then slice it into one-inch cubes.
- Put the salmon in a vessel, then sprinkle the seasonings and mix to coat them.
- Include the sun-dried tomatoes, basil, rice vinegar, black pepper, reserved oil, and salt, and mix to combine them, then put in the fridge.
- Add 2 tbsp. sun-dried tomato oil in the pan and warm it on the moderate to high flame.
- Add the salmon bits in warm hot pan in single layer and leave some space in between.
- Now cook the salmon for two to three minutes and turn the sides in between till they get crisp and golden.
- Add the salmon bites to the serving plates and serve the dish with dipping sauce.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
VEGETABLES:
- Roasted asparagus
- Steamed broccoli
- Grilled zucchini
- Roasted bell peppers
- Sautéed spinach
SALADS:
- Mediterranean cucumber salad
- Greek salad
- Tomato and basil salad
- Arugula salad
GRAINS:
- Quinoa
- Brown rice
- Lemon herb couscous
- Farro
LOW-CARB OPTIONS:
- Cauliflower rice
- Zucchini noodles
- Cucumber ribbons
- Cauliflower mash
TIPS:
- Properly dry the salmon, then season the fillets so they brown properly.
- Make equal-sized slices of salmon so they cook equally.
- Don’t add lots of fillets in the pan because the salmon will not crisp well.
- Add the Greek yogurt instead to add extra protein in the dish.
- You can squeeze the fresh lime juice, then serve to make it bright.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the cooked bites and sauce in separate containers and store for three days.
FREEZER:
- Put the salmon bites in a covered vessel and freeze for more than 2 months.
FAQs:
Will I utilize air fryer to make the bites?
- Yes, we can easily prepare them in the air fryer at 200° C for 7 to 10 minutes by changing the sides in between.
Could I add the Greek yogurt instead?
- Yes, we can easily include the Greek yogurt instead. It will enrich the protein and keep the sauce creamy & tangy in the same way.
Will I prepare the sauce in advance?
- Yes, we can prepare the sauce before the requirement and store it in the fridge till required.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 390 kcal
Net carbs: 4 g
Servings: 4
Iron: 1.2 mg
Total carbs: 5 g
Vitamin A: 95 µg
Fiber: 1 g
Calcium: 65 mg
Serving size: 1
Protein: 31 g
Sodium: 570 mg
Potassium: 720 mg
