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Crispy, flavorful air fryer salmon cubes paired with quinoa, edamame, and fresh veggies—an easy, protein-packed bowl ready in under an hour.
IThese Air Fryer Salmon Cubes are flavorful, crispy on the outside, and tender inside—perfect for building a satisfying, healthy bowl in under an hour. The soy-sesame marinade adds rich umami flavour to every bite, while a colourful mix of edamame, cucumber, carrots, and quinoa makes this a balanced meal you’ll crave again and again.
It’s a weeknight go-to that feels fresh, fast, and fuss-free.
Why You’ll Love These Air Fryer Salmon Cubes
- Quick & easy – Minimal prep with maximum flavour
- Healthy protein-packed meal – Salmon, quinoa, and edamame = total power bowl
- Customizable – Use your favourite grains or veggies
- Great for lunch or dinner – Enjoy fresh or pack it up for tomorrow
Preparing A Quick Protein Weeknight Bowl
Ingredients You’ll Need
This recipe makes 2 servings.
For the Marinade:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
For the Bowls:
- 1166g salmon (2 salmon filets), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 cup frozen shelled edamame
- 1 mini cucumber, cut into sticks
- 4 mini carrots, julienned
- 1 green onion, sliced (greens only)
- 1/2 tsp sesame seeds
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Marinade
In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and brown sugar.
Step 2: Marinate the salmon
Cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes and add to the marinade. Toss gently and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Cook the quinoa
Place quinoa and 1 cup of water in a 1-quart CorningWare or other microwave-safe dish. Cover and cook in the microwave for 20 minutes at 60% power, or follow package directions.
Step 4: Prep your veggies
Wash and slice the green onion greens. Wash, peel, and cut cucumber into sticks and julienne the carrots. Set aside.
Step 5: Preheat the air fryer
After 30 minutes of marinating, preheat your air fryer to 425°F
Step 6: Cook the edamame
Add 1 cup water to a small pot and bring to a boil. Add the frozen edamame and cook for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and leave the pot on the burner.
Step 7: Air fry the salmon
Place salmon cubes in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces. Air fry at 425°F for 8 minutes.
Step 8: Build your bowls
Divide quinoa, edamame, salmon, cucumber, and carrots into two bowls. Top with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve warm.
Tips and Variations
Switch the grain – Try rice, farro, or brown rice in place of quinoa.
Add a sauce – Drizzle with spicy mayo, tahini, or extra soy sauce for a flavour boost.
Meal prep it – Marinate the salmon in the morning and cook when you get home.
Healthy, Delicious, & Ready in Under an Hour
These salmon bowls are fresh, flavorful, and easy to prep ahead. Ideal for a quick lunch, balanced dinner, or a beautiful bowl to share on social media.
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Easy Air Fryer Salmon Cubes
Equipment
- Equipment:
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
Marinade:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ½ tbsp rice vinegar
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- ½ tbsp brown sugar
Bowl:
- 14 oz salmon two salmon filets
- ½ cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 cup frozen shelled edamame
- 1 mini cucumber
- 4 mini carrots
- 1 green onion
- ½ tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Combine all of the marinade ingredients, except the salmon, in a bowl and mix well.1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1/2 tsp sesame oil, 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
- Cut the salmon filets into 1-inch cubes and add them to the marinade. Toss and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.14 oz salmon
- In the meantime, add the quinoa to a 1-quart CorningWare or other microwave-safe dish and cover with 1 cup of water. Place in the microwave covered with a lid and cook for 20 minutes on 60% power. Alternatively, follow the package instructions.½ cup uncooked quinoa
- Wash and slice the greens of the green onion. Then wash, peel and cut the cucumber into sticks and julienne the carrots. Set the fresh ingredients aside.1 mini cucumber, 1 green onion, 4 mini carrots
- After 30 minutes, remove the salmon from the fridge and preheat your air fryer to 425˚F to warm up.14 oz salmon
- Add 1 cup of water to a small pot and set it to boil. Once boiling, add the frozen edamame and cook for 5 minutes. Turn the heat off under the pot, but leave the pot on the burner until it’s time to plate the bowl.1 cup frozen shelled edamame
- Add the salmon cubes to the air fryer, leaving gaps between each piece.14 oz salmon
- Close the air fryer and cook the salmon for 8 minutes at 425˚F.
- Once the salmon is done, split all ingredients between two bowls. Add the quinoa, edamame, salmon, cucumber and carrots to a bowl. Then sprinkle each bowl with the green onions and sesame seeds and serve.½ tsp sesame seeds
