Make good on that vow to eat better with these back-pocket simple and healthy salmon recipes. There’s no doubt that this superfood deserves a place in your regular weeknight rotation. It’s got heaps of omega-3s, is rich in collagen and vitamin B12 (hello brain food!), and may even make you feel less anxious.
“Salmon's too hard to cook at home,” you say? We beg to differ: It can be ready in under 15 minutes, it adapts easily to different spices, sauces, and cooking methods, and is downright delicious. Concerned about the fishy smell? It fades, but, full disclosure: We’ve turned to our cleaning experts for help when the smell lingers.
As you’re shopping for salmon for your dinner, the difference between farmed vs wild salmon is definitely worth thinking about, from an environmental standpoint as well as a culinary one — wild salmon cooks much more quickly than farmed. If you opt for wild salmon in any recipe that doesn't specifically call for it, check on it at least 5 minutes early.
Hooked and fishing for more? We've got other great ideas for cooking salmon here!
Seared Salmon With Lentil Salad
Charred lemon halves add a smoky burst of flavor to super-quick pan seared salmon.
Roasted Salmon With Green Beans and Tomatoes
This recipe is umami central: tomatoes, olives and (shhh) anchovies make the perfect side for salmon.
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Salmon Burgers With Spiced Sweet Potato Fries
Who says burgers can't be healthy? Bonus: sweet potatoes are good for you, too!
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Lemony Salmon Piccata
It's like your go-to order at your favorite Italian restaurant, only packed with more omega-3's and vitamin B12.
Roasted Salmon and Beets With Herb Vinaigrette
This surprisingly simple (and stunning) meal will have you feeling fancy on a weeknight, and who doesn't want that?
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Roasted Salmon With Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
Roast your fish on your veggies, so they get extra flavorful. Plus, it's less dishes for you to wash.
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Spiced Salmon With Sweet 'n' Tangy Slaw
Spoiler alert: There's Old Bay involved.
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Salmon With Skyr and Sauteed Kale
Eat like a viking with this healthy, Nordic-inspired meal.
"BBQ" Salmon & Brussels Bake
Gotta love a good one pan dinner. This one's done in 30 and you can transform the leftovers into a tasty salad.
Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon With Peppers
Memorize that sweet and sticky glaze and slather it on chicken or grilled veggies too.
Citrus-Glazed Salmon
Served atop a bed of pureed fennel and potatoes, baked salmon gets a citrus boost from an orange juice and soy sauce glaze.
Tuscan Sun Salmon Salad
The microwave makes this low-calorie dinner a 10-minute reality.
Horseradish Salmon
A Panko breadcrumb-dill-horseradish coating give this salmon a flavorful crunch.
Seared Salmon With Sweet Potatoes
Salmon and sweet potatoes go gourmet when topped with an easy, tangy lemon-caper sauce.
Tarragon-Citrus-Crusted Salmon
Baked and not fried, panko breadcrumbs give this salmon a delicious crispy coating without the extra fat.
Pomegranate-Glazed Salmon
Never had bulgur? This is the perfect dish to introduce you to this common Middle Eastern and European whole grain.
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