49 Best Salmon Recipes

Stock up on the best salmon recipes—grilled, pan-fried, smoked, and oven-baked.

Pomegranate-glazed salmon in an air fryer

Pomegranate adds a sweet-tart note and ruby ​​hue to this impressive dish, perfect for both holidays and a quick midweek dinner. Pomegranate molasses forms the basis for a fruity glaze on the salmon fillet, which caramelizes perfectly on the surface. While the fish is in the air fryer, prepare a vibrant sauce with pomegranate seeds, cilantro, and hot serrano pepper. The whole dish will take you about 20 minutes to prepare.

Pan-fried salmon

Make crispy, delicious fish with just three ingredients: olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Fish croquettes with remoulade sauce

You probably already have most of the ingredients for this surprisingly simple, inexpensive, and delicious dish in your kitchen. We tested the recipe using cornmeal and panko breadcrumbs; the breadcrumbs provided more crunch and that golden brown crust we love in croquettes. Serve on their own as an appetizer, or with a salad for a light lunch.

The best baked salmon

This simple baked salmon has all the right flavors: savory, sweet, slightly spicy, and crispy. For a beautiful presentation, choose a large cut of fish. Topped with golden breadcrumbs and parsley, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner, yet sophisticated enough for entertaining.

Grilled salmon with green butter

This delicious salmon recipe is an easy dish for summer entertaining. The fish, coated in a vibrant herb butter, is grilled over indirect heat, resulting in a juicy and flavorful dish every time. Using foil prevents the fish from sticking or burning, and the best part is, it's enough to serve a large group.

Salmon Kushiyaki

This version of kushiyaki (the general name for a popular Japanese grilling technique) is a take on surf-and-turf; salmon is paired with shiitake mushrooms for an umami flavor. Here, the fish is first marinated in a mixture of mirin, sake, and miso. This same marinade is brushed onto the skewers during cooking to create a glaze. Finish the dish in the traditional way, generously sprinkling with furikake or shichimi togarashi seasoning, your choice!

Slow-cooked salmon with ginger and soy sauce

In a hurry? Frozen salmon cooks very quickly (and beautifully) in a multicooker-pressure cooker. Choose meaty, thick fish fillets (ideally from the center), as they withstand pressure cooking better.

Salmon with tomatoes, baked in foil

Place salmon fillets, tomato, shallots, lemon and herbs in foil packets and bake for a fuss-free, flavorful meal.

Salmon on a cedar plank

Barbecue planks impart a unique flavor to food, combining the natural wood with the smoky aroma of the grill. When purchasing, choose untreated wood or planks specifically designed for grilling.

Smoked salmon

Smoking isn't just for ribs. Follow Alton's recipe to make delicious smoked salmon at home.

Fish cakes with balsamic dressing

A mustard-based balsamic dressing adds flavor to juicy salmon patties and is also a great garnish for green vegetables.

Flaxseed-crusted salmon with grape salsa

Add extra crunch: The fish is crusted with flaxseed and served with toasted walnut salsa.

Salmon burgers with aioli and kale

Take a break from red meat and replace it with hearty fish cakes. Creamy lemon aioli is the perfect topping!

Baked salmon with honey and mustard

For a flavorful and juicy dish, coat the fish with a delicious marinade of honey and Dijon mustard.



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Ginger Glazed Salmon

This Asian-inspired salmon dish includes fresh ginger, sesame seeds, soy sauce, and chopped green onions—and it definitely won't disappoint!

Spanish-style baked salmon

"Salmon is especially wonderful because it cooks incredibly quickly!" says Ree. And we wholeheartedly agree: it's the perfect choice for a quick, sheet pan dinner.

Herb-Baked Salmon with Tomato-Avocado Salsa

Valerie knows how to infuse simple baked fish with rich flavor, and her recipe is far from complicated. She coats the fillet with a blend of fresh herbs that impart their flavor as it bakes.

Crispy-crusted salmon with herb butter

For added texture, cook the fish skin side down until the edges are a beautiful golden brown.

Salmon with lemon, capers and rosemary, baked in foil

Giada's salmon fillet recipe stays moist thanks to foil packets, infusing the fish with the flavors of lemon, wine, and rosemary.

Asian-Style Grilled Salmon Steak

The salmon cooks on the grill in just a couple of minutes, so keep an eye on it. It will finish cooking once removed from the heat.

Salmon cutlets

To enhance the flavor of these salmon patties, Aina uses onions, celery, and red and yellow bell peppers. The patties are coated in breadcrumbs and fried just before serving.

Salmon steak with hoisin sauce

The Neelys slather grilled salmon with a homemade Chinese barbecue sauce made with orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and hoisin sauce. Serve the hot fish on a bed of raw spinach—the leaves will wilt to perfection.

Smoked salmon dip

A perfect party sauce that can be made ahead of time. According to Aina, it tastes even better the next day.

Grilled Salmon Tacos

Flaky grilled salmon and colorful vegetables are the perfect topping for a fun Taco Tuesday meal!

Salmon scampi in creamy sauce

This salmon dish cooks in one pan in under half an hour and combines the classic flavors of scampi with a creamy sauce.

Salmon in honey mustard sauce

Bobby flavors grilled salmon fillets with a sweet ginger glaze, adding Dijon mustard for a kick.

Grilled salmon steaks

Salmon steaks vary in shape, which can cause them to cook unevenly. Alton gives the steaks a round shape, similar to filet mignon. Kitchen string prevents the steaks from spreading on the grill.

Glazed salmon steak

The salmon's healthy fat is complemented by a sweet and tangy buffalo sauce glaze. The skin is grilled to a crispy caramel; while delicious, it can be removed to reduce the fat and calories.

How to cook blackfish or fried salmon in spices

Blackened salmon fillet

Once you learn that this dish can be prepared in less than 15 minutes, it will become your signature dish. And when you cook it with spices like paprika, thyme, and cayenne pepper, a quick lunch doesn't mean it's any less delicious.

Baked salmon with herb mustard glaze

To glaze the baked salmon fillets, Giada makes a fragrant and light herb mustard sauce.

Salmon steak with pineapple and guacamole sauce

Looking for a new way to serve grilled fish? Giada offers a simple twist, pairing tender salmon fillet with sweet grilled pineapple. A zesty avocado dressing adds a creamy touch.

Grilled salmon with glaze

The Neelys add a vibrant touch to the dish by brushing the salmon fillets with a three-citrus glaze during and after grilling. For a balanced flavor, Gina recommends adding chicken broth to the glaze.

Eggs stuffed with smoked salmon and caviar

Aina makes deviled eggs, adding smoked salmon to the filling and salmon caviar on top.

Salmon with broccoli

Salmon is a great source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, and it tastes wonderful on a bed of vitamin C-rich broccoli. This vibrant, low-calorie dish, garnished with red pepper flakes and fresh cilantro, cooks in under 20 minutes.

Grilled salmon steak with edamame beans

With its high omega-3 content, salmon is an excellent choice for a healthy meal that doesn't require a lot of fat. For a vibrant flavor, stuff the fillet with fresh herbs.

Baked Salmon with Maple Glaze

This salmon recipe uses just five ingredients (plus salt and pepper), making it perfect for a weeknight dinner. Simply brush each fillet with a maple syrup mustard sauce and bake until cooked through. It's ready in 20 minutes.

Baked salmon in soy glaze with cucumber and avocado salad

Brush the salmon fillet with a simple soy sauce glaze and serve with a fresh cucumber and avocado salad. This Asian-inspired dish is ready in 25 minutes and rivals any restaurant delicacy.

Omelette with smoked salmon

For a quick and elegant breakfast, Rachel adds smoked salmon to scrambled eggs that cook in 6 minutes. Crisp, fresh chives add vibrant colors and a subtle oniony flavor.

Salmon and Fennel Salad

Salmon develops a rich flavor after marinating in the refrigerator. It's the perfect complement to a simple salad of arugula, fennel, and greens.

Baked salmon with grapefruit sauce

Thanks to natural ingredients—ginger, grapefruit juice, honey, and cayenne pepper—baked salmon will be unusual and even healthier.

Salmon with citrus salsa verde

By brushing salmon with agave syrup before grilling, we easily add a sweet note to the fish.

Salmon burgers

Serve these salmon patties in place of regular burgers, topped with a tangy cream cheese and sour cream sauce.

Salmon steak with homemade butter

This dish looks like it would take a couple of hours to make. But it's ready in just half an hour, including prep time. The secret is homemade spiced butter, which adds a piquant flavor.

Grilled salmon with sherry vinegar and honey glaze and spicy tomato sauce

The recipe consists of simple steps: make a honey-ancho chili glaze, marinate fresh salmon fillets in it, then top the fried fish with a diced tomato sauce.

Whole wheat spaghetti with lemon, basil and salmon

Giada prefers whole-wheat spaghetti for its nutty flavor. She adds fresh vegetables and fish flavored with lemon and herbs to the pasta—a light and healthy dish.

Grilled salmon sandwich

Ina Garten sandwiches a mesclun salad mix and grilled salmon fillet between brioche buns. Each bun half is topped with a homemade sour cream and dill sauce.

Oven-baked salmon with salad

This is the easiest salmon dinner ever. Season the fish with salt and pepper and bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Top with an easy-to-make parsley-almond salsa.

Salmon cutlets

Canned salmon is perfect for these flavorful cutlets—it's inexpensive, and you won't notice the difference compared to fresh fish.









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