21 Delicious Salmon Recipes to Elevate Your Seafood Game

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Discover these 21 delicious salmon recipes that are prefect options for lunch and dinner this summer!

1. Classic Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon

This simple yet flavorful grilled salmon is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method:

  1. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and thyme.
  2. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then brush with the herb mixture.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Grill salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  5. Serve with lemon wedges.

2. Honey Glazed Salmon

A sweet and savory glaze makes this salmon irresistible.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

  1. Whisk together honey, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.
  2. Season salmon with salt and pepper, then place in a shallow dish.
  3. Pour half the glaze over the salmon and marinate for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Bake salmon for 12-15 minutes, basting with remaining glaze halfway through.

3. Crispy Skin Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce

Learn how to achieve perfectly crispy salmon skin with this delectable recipe.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets, skin-on (6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Method:

  1. Pat salmon skin dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy.
  4. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove salmon and add butter to the pan, cooking until browned.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and parsley, then spoon over salmon to serve.

4. Teriyaki Salmon Bowl

A Japanese-inspired salmon bowl that’s both healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup edamame, shelled
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • Nori strips for garnish

Method:

  1. Marinate salmon in teriyaki sauce for 20 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake salmon for 12-15 minutes.
  3. Divide rice among four bowls.
  4. Top with cooked salmon, edamame, cucumber, and avocado.
  5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with nori strips.

5. Smoked Salmon and Dill Quiche

This elegant quiche is perfect for brunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
  • 6 oz smoked salmon, chopped
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Whisk together eggs, cream, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Sprinkle salmon, onion, and cheese over the pre-baked crust.
  4. Pour egg mixture over the filling.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes until set and golden brown.

6. Blackened Cajun Salmon

Spice up your dinner with this zesty Cajun-style salmon.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Method:

  1. Pat salmon dry and brush with olive oil.
  2. Coat each fillet generously with Cajun seasoning.
  3. Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until very hot.
  4. Cook salmon for 2-3 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
  5. Serve with lemon wedges.

7. Salmon and Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms

These bite-sized appetizers are sure to impress at your next gathering.

Ingredients:

  • 24 large button mushrooms
  • 6 oz canned salmon, drained
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Remove stems from mushrooms and chop finely.
  3. Mix chopped stems with salmon, cream cheese, spinach, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff each mushroom cap with the mixture.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until mushrooms are tender and filling is hot.

8. Maple Glazed Cedar Plank Salmon

Infuse your salmon with smoky cedar flavor in this impressive grilling recipe.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cedar plank, soaked in water for 2 hours
  • 1 large salmon fillet (about 2 lbs)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Mix maple syrup, mustard, soy sauce, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
  3. Place salmon on the cedar plank and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Brush half the glaze over the salmon.
  5. Grill for 12-15 minutes, brushing with remaining glaze halfway through.

9. Salmon and Asparagus Foil Packets

An easy and mess-free way to cook salmon with spring vegetables.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh dill for garnish

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lay out four large pieces of foil and divide asparagus among them.
  3. Top each with a salmon fillet, 1 tbsp butter, garlic, and lemon slices.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Fold foil to create sealed packets.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon is cooked through.
  7. Garnish with fresh dill before serving.

10. Asian-Inspired Salmon Patties

These flavorful salmon patties are a great way to use canned salmon.

Ingredients:

  • 14 oz canned salmon, drained
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Method:

  1. In a large bowl, mix salmon, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, eggs, mayonnaise, soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, and ginger.
  2. Form mixture into 8 patties.
  3. Coat each patty in remaining breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Fry patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.

11. Salmon en Papillote (Salmon in Parchment)

This French technique yields perfectly moist salmon with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow squash, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, julienned
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut 4 large heart-shaped pieces of parchment paper.
  3. Divide vegetables among parchment, top with salmon, butter, thyme, and lemon.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Fold and seal parchment packets.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through.

12. Salmon Cakes with Remoulade Sauce

These crispy salmon cakes make for a delightful appetizer or main course.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb cooked salmon, flaked
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Remoulade Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp capers, chopped
  • 1 tbsp chopped pickles
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp hot sauce

Method:

  1. Mix all salmon cake ingredients except oil in a bowl.
  2. Form into 8 patties.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Fry patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
  5. Mix remoulade ingredients in a separate bowl.
  6. Serve salmon cakes with remoulade sauce.

13. Slow-Roasted Salmon with Fennel and Citrus

This tender, melt-in-your-mouth salmon is perfect for a special occasion.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lb salmon fillet
  • 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
  • 1 orange, thinly sliced
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fennel fronds
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Arrange fennel and citrus slices on a baking sheet.
  3. Place salmon on top, drizzle with olive oil, and season.
  4. Roast for 30-40 minutes until salmon is just cooked through.
  5. Garnish with fennel fronds before serving.

14. Smoked Salmon Sushi Roll

Bring the sushi restaurant experience home with this easy roll.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups sushi rice, cooked and seasoned
  • 4 nori sheets
  • 8 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced
  • 1 cucumber, cut into thin strips
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cut into strips
  • Soy sauce and wasabi for serving

Method:

  1. Place a nori sheet on a bamboo mat.
  2. Spread rice evenly over nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
  3. Arrange salmon, cucumber, avocado, and cream cheese in the center.
  4. Roll tightly using the mat, sealing the edge with water.
  5. Slice into 6-8 pieces and serve with soy sauce and wasabi.

15. Salmon and Potato Chowder

A hearty and creamy soup perfect for cold weather.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb salmon fillet, cut into chunks
  • 4 slices bacon, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 cups fish or vegetable stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

  1. Cook bacon in a large pot until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion, celery, and carrots in bacon fat until softened.
  3. Add potatoes and stock, simmer until potatoes are tender.
  4. Add salmon and cream, cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in dill, bacon, salt, and pepper before serving.

16. Grilled Salmon Skewers with Garlic and Rosemary

These flavorful skewers are perfect for summer barbecues.

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs salmon, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method:

  1. Mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Add salmon cubes and marinate for 30 minutes.
  3. Thread salmon onto skewers.
  4. Grill over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Serve with lemon wedges.

17. Salmon Wellington

An impressive dish that’s easier to make than you might think.

Ingredients:

  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup chopped spinach
  • 2 tbsp chopped dill
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Mix cream cheese, spinach, and dill.
  3. Roll out puff pastry and cut into two rectangles.
  4. Place salmon on pastry, top with cream cheese mixture.
  5. Fold pastry over salmon, sealing edges with egg wash.
  6. Brush with remaining egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.

18. Salmon Pesto Pasta

A quick and easy pasta dish that’s full of flavor.

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz pasta of choice
  • 1 lb salmon fillet
  • 1/2 cup prepared pesto
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Season salmon with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-sear until cooked through.
  3. Flake salmon into large chunks.
  4. Toss pasta with pesto, cream, and Parmesan.
  5. Gently fold in salmon and top with pine nuts before serving.

19. Miso Glazed Salmon

A Japanese-inspired dish with a perfect balance of sweet and savory.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1/4 cup white miso paste
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 2 tbsp sake
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Method:

  1. Mix miso, mirin, sake, soy sauce, and brown sugar in a bowl.
  2. Marinate salmon in the mixture for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  3. Preheat broiler.
  4. Place salmon on a baking sheet and broil for 6-8 minutes until caramelized and cooked through.
  5. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

20. Salmon Nicoise Salad

A classic French salad featuring salmon instead of the traditional tuna.

Ingredients:

  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1/2 lb new potatoes, boiled and halved
  • 1/4 lb green beans, blanched
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • Dijon vinaigrette for dressing

Method:

  1. Grill or pan-sear salmon until cooked through.
  2. Arrange salad greens on a large platter.
  3. Top with potatoes, green beans, eggs, tomatoes, olives, and capers.
  4. Flake salmon over the salad.
  5. Drizzle with Dijon vinaigrette before serving.

21. Salmon and Spinach Lasagna

A unique twist on traditional lasagna that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients:

  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 lb salmon fillet, cooked and flaked
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained
  • 2 cups bechamel sauce
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix ricotta, spinach, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Spread a thin layer of bechamel in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  4. Layer noodles, ricotta mixture, salmon, and bechamel.
  5. Repeat layers, ending with noodles and bechamel.
  6. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.

This completes your collection of 21 delicious salmon recipes. Each recipe offers a unique way to prepare and enjoy this versatile fish, from quick weeknight dinners to impressive dishes for special occasions.

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