Air fryer salmon bowls

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A quick and protein-packed meal with tender salmon, fresh veggies, and a spicy kick.
Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
10-minute air fryer salmon

Looking for a quick, flavourful, protein-packed meal? These air fryer salmon bowls with sriracha mayo combine crispy, tender salmon with fresh vegetables and seasoned rice for a balanced, satisfying dish. Made with premium Atlantic salmon from Sustainable Blue, a land-based aquaculture producer focused on responsible farming practices, this recipe delivers clean flavour and consistent quality. You can shop all salmon products at our dedicated Sustainable Blue store.

With just a few simple ingredients and an air fryer, you can have a nutritious seafood dinner ready in minutes. Double the ingredients for an easy meal for four.

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Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 980

Air fryer salmon bowls

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Ingredients
  

Salmon
  • 12 oz Atlantic salmon (buy here)
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Paprika (smoked paprika works, too)
  • 1 tsp Red pepper chilli flakes
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper (ground)
Rice and vegetables
  • 1 cup Cooked rice (or grain of choice)
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 cup Carrot julienned (match-stick cut)
  • 1 cup Cucumber diced (small cubes)
  • 1 Large avocado diced (small cubes)
Sriracha Mayo
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha
  • 1 tbsp Honey
Optional toppings
  • Salmon roe
  • Shredded dried seaweed (a.k.a. nori)
  • Sesame seeds

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer
  • 2 mixing bowls
  • 1 Knife & cutting board
  • 1 Measuring spoons

Method
 

Air fryer salmon
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towel and cut into 1-inch chunks. In a bowl, toss the salmon with olive oil, paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Place the salmon in the air fryer at 350°F and cook for 3 minutes. Flip the pieces and cook for another 3 minutes, or until crisp and cooked to your liking. If you do not have an air fryer, pan-fry over medium heat until cooked through.
Prepare the vegetables
  1. Julienne the carrot into thin matchsticks. Dice the cucumber into small bite-sized pieces. Dice the avocado just before assembling to prevent browning.
Sriracha mayo
  1. In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, sriracha, and honey until smooth.
Assemble and finish
  1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce with the cooked rice and divide between two serving bowls. Top with salmon, julienned carrot, diced cucumber, and diced avocado.
  2. Drizzle with spicy mayo and add optional toppings if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 530gCalories: 980kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 45gFat: 60g

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Air fryer salmon bowls are a fast, balanced seafood dinner

Air fryer salmon bowls are proof that simple technique and high quality ingredients can deliver bold flavour in very little time. Crisp edges on the salmon, fresh vegetables, and creamy sriracha mayo create contrast in every bite, while the rice anchors the bowl and brings everything together. Because this recipe relies on a short cook time and minimal seasoning, the quality of the salmon truly matters. Choosing responsibly raised Atlantic salmon ensures clean flavour, consistent texture, and confidence in how your seafood was produced.

If you are looking to source premium Atlantic salmon raised using responsible aquaculture practices, you can explore options directly from Sustainable Blue. Their land-based system prioritizes environmental stewardship while delivering exceptional flavour and texture.

This bowl format is also endlessly adaptable. Swap grains, adjust heat levels, or add seasonal vegetables to keep things fresh week to week. It works for quick weeknight dinners, meal prep, or light entertaining. If you would like to purchase the same high quality salmon used in this recipe, visit our Sustainable Blue store to browse available cuts and portion options.

With balanced nutrition, strong protein content, and bright flavours, this air fryer salmon bowl is a reliable way to bring more sustainable seafood into your everyday cooking routine.

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