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30+ Easy Salmon Recipes to Make for Dinner Tonight

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Danielle Occhiogrosso

Cooking fish doesn't have to be difficult. Proof: These simple and delicious recipes for the ultimate heart-healthy meal. (Don't worry, we go way beyond the plain ol' grilled stuff.)

1

Salmon Niçoise Salad

salmon nicoise salad
Mike Garten

With olives, hard-boiled egg, potatoes and green beans, this is a great make-ahead lunch you can pack on the go.

Get the recipe for Salmon Niçoise Salad »

2

Lemony Salmon Piccata

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Charles Master

This take on the Italian classic is so much healthier, but doesn't sacrifice on flavor. Call it a win-win.

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3

Salmon with Grapefruit and Lentil Salad

salmon with lentils and grapefruit
Danielle Occhiogrosso Daly

Tart grapefruit cuts through the richness of salmon for a perfectly balanced easy weeknight dinner (ready in 15 minutes!).

Get the recipe for Salmon with Grapefruit and Lentil Salad »

4

Honey-Ginger Cedar Plank Salmon

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mike garten

Cedar, soy sauce, honey and sriracha give salmon complex, but cohesive flavor.

Get the recipe for Honey-Ginger Cedar Plank Salmon »

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5

Tarragon-Rubbed-Salmon

tarragon rubbed salmon with nectarine salsa
James Baigrie

Fresh nectarine salsa, made with jalapeño chiles, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro, livens up any grilled dish, especially succulent salmon fillets.

Get the recipe for Tarragon-Rubbed-Salmon »

6

Roasted Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli

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Romulo Yanes
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7

Seared Salmon with Lentil Salad

seared salmon salad
Danielle Occhiogrosso

This lean, heart-healthy meal is packed with flavor, thanks to dijon mustard, lemons, and fresh dill.

Get the recipe for Seared Salmon with Lentil Salad »

8

Almond-Crusted Creole Salmon

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mike garten

A Greek yogurt, lemon peel and Creole seasoning spread adds some tang and spice to your favorite fish.

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9

Salmon Noodle Bowl

Salmon Noodle Bowl
Con Poulos

You can make this Asian-inspired dish right at home.

Get the recipe from Woman's Day »

10

Salmon Burgers with Cabbage-Apple Slaw

salmon burger recipe
Danielle Occhiogrosso

These curry-spiced salmon burgers just might replace beef patties at your next BBQ.

Get the recipe for Salmon Burgers with Cabbage-Apple Slaw »

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11

Matzo-Crusted Salmon with Glazed Radicchio

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Danielle Occhiogrosso

A brown sugar and maple syrup glaze brings this salmon recipe some sweetness, while crushed matzo packs the crunch.

Get the recipe for Matzo-Crusted Salmon with Glazed Radicchio »

12

Caribbean Salmon

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Mike Garten

This dinner is your one-way ticket to a vacation anytime, thanks to coconut milk and fresh mango.

Get the recipe for Caribbean Salmon »

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13

Honey-Soy-Glazed Salmon with Peppers

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Danielle Occhiogrosso

This sweet and sticky glaze is everything. Try it on chicken or roasted veggies.

Get the recipe for Honey-Soy-Glazed Salmon with Peppers »

14

BBQ Salmon and Brussels Bake

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Mike Garten

One-pan dinners mean less dishes, and that's totally cool with us.

Get the recipe for BBQ Salmon and Brussels Bake »

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15

WATCH: How to Make the Perfect Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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Before you get roasting, watch this video to learn our tricks and tips for the crispiest, flavor-packed sprouts.

16

Roasted Salmon and Beets with Herb Vinaigrette

Roasted Salmon and Beets
Courtesy of Good Food, Good Life

This dish is so beautiful it could also double as a centerpiece, just saying.

Get the recipe for Roasted Salmon and Beets with Herb Vinaigrette »

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17

Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Mushrooms and Peppers

Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Mushrooms and Peppers
Ryan Liebe

Make sure you serve this one with some rice for sopping up all the delicious honey-soy glaze.

Get the recipe for Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Mushrooms and Peppers »

18

Salmon BLT Salad

salmon blt salad
Kate Sears

Think of it like a no-carb BLT. Summer, we see you.

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19

Creamy Salmon Chowder

creamy salmon chowder
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Save this guy for the end of sumer, when you still crave fresh fish and corn but the weather is starting to get crisp.

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20

Roasted Blackened Salmon with Snap Pea Salad

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Balance the smoky flavor of this salmon with a light and crunchy side salad. Presto — your dinner is ready in 20 minutes!

Get the recipe from Woman's Day »

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