The Best Salmon Recipes! From grilled salmon to air fryer salmon & more – there are tons of healthy salmon recipes to choose from!
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Bursting with health benefits and so delicious, salmon is a fantastic choice for those looking for simple and easy recipes that are also healthy.
Whether you love seafood or looking to incorporate more protein into your diet, we’ve got you covered with 30 mouthwatering salmon recipes.
From grilled to oven-baked dishes to air fried recipes, these recipes will inspire you to savor the goodness of salmon while nourishing your body with high-quality protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
If fish isn’t your thing you can check out our Healthy Chicken Breast Recipes, Healthy Ground Beef Recipes, or Healthy Ground Turkey Recipes.
You need to try these Easy Salmon Recipes!
Salmon is one of our favorite proteins for a healthy dinner because it’s:
- High in Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids which have been found to have many benefits!
- Rich in High Quality Protein: Salmon is a fantastic source of protein that helps to keep you full!
- Versatile: Salmon can be prepared in various ways and with basically any spices! You can easily add it to salads and bowls, or serve it with vegetables for a well-rounded and nutritious dinner.
Smoked Salmon Recipes: Healthy
Spicy Smoked Salmon Poke is a bit like a salmon sashimi salad but made with cold smoked salmon! This recipe is soy free and gluten free, is quick to make, and is perfect for lunches or appetizers.
Smoked Salmon Salad – Whether you’re looking for ways to use up leftover smoked salmon or trying to eat healthier, you’ll love this delicious smoked salmon salad recipe!
Grilled Recipes for Salmon
Asian Inspired Salmon is an easy dinner that you can make in foil in the oven or grilled. Healthy, whole30, paleo and done in under 30 minutes!
Healthy Salmon Marinades are the perfect easy, delicious recipe! Made with minimal ingredients, paleo, keto and Whole30 – they’re great for meal prep! Whether you make them on the grill or baked in the oven – everyone will love them!
Easy Grilled Salmon Recipe is topped with a quick Corn Salsa and ready in just half an hour! With cilantro, cotija cheese, and green onion.
Delicious Grilled Marinated Salmon recipe is served with a tangy fresh herb sauce for the perfect flavor combination! The sauce also goes well with grilled vegetables and roasted potatoes.
Grilled Sockeye Salmon Recipe takes the fear out of grilling fish. Pair it with fresh pineapple salsa for a healthful and fast summer dinner that’s gluten-free and dairy-free.
Grilled Salmon is a delicious summer meal, and it’s easy to make with garlic and butter. Grill salmon perfectly every time with this recipe!
Traeger Grilled Salmon Recipe makes a healthy and paleo-friendly dinner option that will be on the table in no time. It’s full of delicious flavors and packed with heart-healthy benefits making it a tasty and nutritious meal for the entire family.
Healthy Salmon Recipes for Dinner: Baked
Easy Baked Lemon Salmon Recipe is perfect for a quick dinner. Learn how to make lemon salmon in one pan that is healthy and delicious!
Honey Sriracha Salmon Recipe is delicious and simple. Done in 30 minutes, this healthy dinner is paleo, gluten free and easy to make!
Baked Teriyaki Salmon with Baby Bok Choy is a simple, healthy and delicious recipe. A 30 minute, one pan dinner!
Salmon Burrito Bowl recipe is so simple but absolutely delicious! Crispy and tender salmon on top of a bed of rice with your toppings of choice, this is a hearty and healthy meal that everyone will love.
Salmon Strawberry Salad – Pan-seared salmon, fresh berries, and a sweet poppy seed dressing combine in this salmon strawberry salad. It’s a perfect summer entrée!
Thai-Inspired Baked Pineapple Salmon is tasty, healthy and will be ready in 20 minutes. You can make it all in one pan with minimum clean-up and maximum flavor.
Baked Salmon Filet with Citrus and Fennel – This salmon dish is baked in a foil packet keeping it moist and juicy. Cooked with fennel, citrus, and onions, the dish is packed with healthy flavors.
Baked Lemon Dill Salmon is a delicious healthy dish with tender, flaky salmon and the bright, fresh flavors of lemon and dill. It only takes a few minutes to put together and about 20 minutes to bake so it’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Wild Sockeye Salmon is baked in the oven with an herbed garlic caper citrus crust for an easy, healthy meal. With a bake time of just 10-12 minutes, there’s no reason to not make this recipe part of your weeknight dinner rotation!
Slow Roasted Pistachio Crusted Salmon is a delicious oven baked dish. It’s light, healthy, and crusted with a sweet and salty pistachio topping. All you need is 10 minutes of prep, making this recipe easy enough for those busy weeknights.
Easy Salmon Recipes: Air Fryer
Best Frozen Salmon in Air Fryer – This easy and delicious salmon recipe is perfect for busy weeknights! All you need is frozen salmon, pesto, and 15 minutes!
Air Fryer Salmon Recipe with sautéed spiralized vegetables is the secret to getting a healthy dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.
Maple Salmon Candies – Simple and easy little candies made in the Air Fryer with no more than 5 ingredients!
Teriyaki Salmon Air Fryer Recipe is healthy and delicious! The salmon is marinated in a homemade teriyaki sauce, then cooked to perfection in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Salmon Bites are perfect for family gatherings, different parties, or cozy dinners. You will have the best salmon bites that are crispy on the outside, moist, and tender on the inside! They are so delicious, healthy, and really easy to prepare.
Healthy Salmon Recipes: Canned Salmon
Salmon Nicoise Salad – This French classic gets a modern twist with canned salmon. Lots of veggies, capers and eggs are the highlight of this healthy lunch option
Creamy Salmon Asparagus Pasta Salad! Loaded with fresh asparagus, canned salmon (or fresh!), hard boiled eggs and pasta all tossed together in a creamy lemon dill dressing.
Baked Salmon Patties utilize canned salmon for a convenient shortcut perfect for a speedy weeknight dinner. They crisp up so nicely without being fried!
Other Healthy Salmon Recipes
Salmon Salad With Tahini Dressing is the best salmon salad recipe! This fresh salmon salad is healthy, delicious and easy to make with a zesty lemon tahini dressing!
Salmon Stir Fry recipe is healthy, tasty, easy, and jam-packed with vegetables and tossed in a sweet and savory sauce. Make it today in just 25 minutes!
Spicy Salmon Bowl is a bright and colorful meal that’s packed with baked salmon, fresh veggies and whole grains. It’s drizzled with a sweet and spicy mayo sauce.
Salmon Omelette is a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that is packed with protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential vitamins and minerals. It combines the goodness of salmon with the fluffy texture of an omelette, making it a perfect dish for a quick and easy breakfast or brunch.
Chili-Lime Salmon Tacos are easy, delicious, and piled high with zesty mango salsa and topped with cilantro for a light summer dinner.
Healthy Salmon Recipes FAQs
Salmon is versatile and can handle most flavors. These recipes above have a whole range of different seasoning ideas.
You will want to pick a side dish that compliments the flavors in your salmon dish. Check out this post for our favorite Healthy Side Dishes.
It’s fat and high in omega-3 fatty acids!
This is going to come down to your personal preference. Any way of cooking salmon can be delicious!
How to Store Salmon
Storing: Cooked salmon will last in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezing: We don’t recommend freezing salmon! It’s best eaten fresh.
Reheating: You can reheat salmon in the toaster oven, oven, or on the stove in a pan with a little bit of oil.
Other healthy dinner recipes:
Looking for other easy meals? Check out these 40+ Healthy Dinner Recipes. Click here to grab our free healthy 30 minute dinners cookbook.
Healthy Baked Salmon
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice juice of one lemon
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 lb salmon filet
- 2 cups baby potatoes
- 2 cups green beans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Cut the baby potatoes in half. Microwave potatoes for 2-3 minutes, until fork tender.
- While potatoes heat, in a small bowl mix together olive oil, lemon, honey and spices.
- Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Lay salmon filet in the middle of the sheet. Add green beans and potatoes to the baking sheet.
- Drizzle the olive oil/spice mixture over the top of the salmon, green beans and potatoes. You can toss the potatoes/green beans so they are evenly coated.
- Bake at 425 for 15 minutes, then broil for 3-5 minutes until the salmon is lightly browned.
Sarah Parker says
All these salmon recipes look amazing, thank you for including our smoked salmon poke recipe!
Cynthia Woodman says
I love salmon! Thanks for including me in this tasty round-up! Pinned, yummed, & tweeted!