Baked Salmon Snack Bites (Printable Version)
Golden, herb-infused salmon bites—perfectly portioned for effortless entertaining or wholesome snacking.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fish & Protein
01 - 12 oz skinless salmon fillet, finely diced
02 - 1 large egg
→ Vegetables & Herbs
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 1 small shallot, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
→ Binders & Seasoning
07 - 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
08 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ For Serving
12 - Lemon wedges
13 - Greek yogurt or crème fraîche for dipping
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine diced salmon, egg, chives, dill, shallot, and lemon zest.
03 - Add breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
04 - Using damp hands, form the mixture into 20 small balls (about 1 heaping tablespoon each) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the bites are golden and cooked through.
06 - Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature with lemon wedges and your choice of dip.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They are incredibly easy to pop in your mouth while mingling at a party.
- The fresh herbs make every bite feel fancy without much effort.
02 -
- Do not overmix the salmon or the texture will become tough and rubbery.
- Wetting your hands between shaping balls prevents the mixture from sticking to your fingers.
03 -
- Finely dicing the salmon by hand creates a better texture than using a food processor.
- Room temperature ingredients blend together more smoothly than cold ones.