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Salmon Recipes
16 healthy salmon recipes that are so easy to make. Flaky, tender, moist and delicious, you will simply love these recipes for weeknight dinners!
From crispy, spicy, creamy or steamed, these meals can be prepared for guests to show off your your gourmet, fine dining skills!
What Is A Good Side Dish With Salmon
- Pasta salads
- Quinoa salads
- Arugula salads
- Healthy salads
- Summer salads
- Potato salads
- Homemade salsa
- Dinner salads
- Guacamole
- Orzo recipes
- Healthy appetizers
- Healthy side dishes
- Balsamic mushrooms
- Summer squash recipes
- Grilled or steamed vegetables
- Roasted, mash or fried potatoes
- Grains, noodles, beans and rice
International Cuisine Using Salmon
- Japanese
- Chinese
- Thai
Benefits
- Clean eating
- Meal prep
- Weight loss
- Quick to prepare
- Great for leftovers
- Minimal cleanup
Popular Ingredients
- Brown sugar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Green onions
- Lemon
- Orange
- Maple syrup
- Honey
- Teriyaki
- Mustard
- Soy sauce
- Parmesan
- Mango
- Garlic
- Lime
- Quinoa
- Asparagus
- Cilantro
- Broccoli
- Pineapple
- Avocado
- Pesto
- Sweet potato
- Greek yogurt
- Fresh herbs
- Spinach
- Pasta
- Butter
- Garlic
- Dijon
- Dill
- Rice
Dietary Type
- Keto
- Paleo
- Low carb
- Gluten free
- Dairy free
Method Of Preparation For Salmon Recipes
- Roasting
- Breaded
- Steamed
- Broiled
- Stovetop
- Grilled
- Poached
- Pan seared
- Stuffed
- Pan fried
- Glazed
Equipment
- Skillet
- Slow cooker
- Instant pot
- Air fryer
Salmon Calories
100 grams is equivalent to 208 calories.
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Health Benefit Of Salmon
Salmon has earned its reputation as a super food based largely on its omega-3 fatty acid content.
The widely studied benefits of omega-3 fatty acids are well documented.
Salmon health benefits involve improved control of the body’s inflammatory processes, better overall cell function, improved transfer of information between the body’s cells, and better brain function.
Intake of fish rich in omega 3’s also has a positive impact on cardiovascular health, joints, eyes, cancer, skin and hair.
Is It Ok To Eat Salmon Every Day
Yes. Salmon is packed with omega 3.
Wild Salmon Vs Farmed Salmon
Purchase wild salmon not farmed. Why?
Wild caught fresh salmon are typically considered to be the healthiest salmon.
Farmed salmon is higher in contaminants and flame retardants, says David Carpenter, MD, Director for the institute for Health and the Environment at the University of Albany.
HEUA is publisher of a major study in the Journal of Science on contamination in fish.
The biggest concern with farmed salmon is organic pollutants like PCBs and antibiotics.
When salmon raised in pens are fed soy, the result is the nutritional value takes a steep dive.
What Is The Healthiest Way To Prepare Salmon
Poaching guarantees moist, tender flesh. This cooking method is ideal for salmon fillets and can be successfully used to poach salmon steaks in a large saucepan.
Should Salmon Be Rinsed Before Cooking
Yes. Run cold water over the fillet just before cooking, then pat the fish dry with a paper towel.
Bake, Broil Or Grill Salmon
Baking time may vary slightly due to thickness of fish. Feel for the thickest part of the filet to make sure your fish is cooked through.
The salmon can also be wrapped in foil and cooked on the grill for about the same amount of time based on the thickness of the salmon.
Carefully open and pull back the foil so that the top of the fish is completely exposed.
Continue cookingfor 3-4 minutes, or until the top of the salmon and the garlic are slightly golden and the fish is cooked through.
Other option is broil the salmon in the oven for 2-3 minutes by opening the foil.
Why Wrap Salmon In Foil When Baking
To keep the salmon moist.
How Do You Bake Salmon So It’s Not Dry
Preheat oven then place a large piece of aluminum foil on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil.
Place salmon in the middle of the foil, skin-side down.
Fold up the edges of the foil over the salmon to create a packet, making sure to seal the edges.
Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes.
Standard Cooking Times
- 15 minutes
- 20 minutes
- 30 minutes
How Can You Tell When Salmon Is Done Cooking
By taking a sharp knife to peek into the thickest part, after 6 to 8 minutes of cooking, to check for doneness.
If the salmon is beginning to flake, it is done.
What Is The Perfect Internal Temperature To Cook Salmon
According to America’s Test Kitchen, to avoid overcooking salmon you should cook to about 125 degrees F (52 degrees C).
How Do You Not Overcook Salmon
Regardless of the cooking method used always start by cooking the salmon skin side down.
This method works to protect the more delicate flesh from overcooking.
What Flavours Go Best With Salmon
- Sesame
- Olive oil
- Honey
- Green beans
- Lemon and dill
- Salt and pepper
- Lime juice
- Melted butter
- Minced garlic
- Black pepper
- Rosemary
- Tarragon
- Lemongrass
- Chipolte powder
- Lemon pepper
- Lemon juice
- Sea salt
- Paprika
- Mustard
- Thyme
- Cumin
- Chives
- Horseradish
- Ginger
- Garlic
- Basil
Specific Types Of Flavours
- Salty with soy sauce, braggs, capers, miso or olives.
- Sweet with maple syrup, honey, brown sugar, orange juice or zest.
- Sharp flavour with onion, shallot, ginger, horseradish, garlic or sesame.
- Sour with fresh lemon, fresh lime or vinegar.
- Creamy with butter, cream cheese, yogurt or crème fraîche.
Types Of Recipes
- Baked salmon recipes
- Roasted salmon recipes
- Smoked salmon recipes
- Garlic salmon recipes
- Easy salmon recipes
- Grilled salmon recipes
How Do You Cook & Serve Salmon
Add some olive oil to roasting pan and add the salmon with theskin side up.
After about 5 minutes of roasting, remove the skin, season with salt and pepper, and return to the oven to finishcooking.
You can serve your cooked salmon with lemon slices or any roasted veggie with rice.
What Veggies Go Best With Salmon
- Roasted or diced carrots
- Roasted sweet potatoes
- Marinated white beans
- Brussel sprouts
- Cabbage slaw
- Broad beans
- Zucchini
- Asparagus
- Bell peppers
- Runner beans
- French beans
- Eggplant
- Bok choy
- Asparagus
- Broccoli
- Fennel
- Leeks
- Peas
Go to your local grocery store to pick up the ingredients you need.
Salmon Dish Ideas
- Salmon bakes
- Baked salmon
- Toss into a salad
- Place in a sandwich
- Toss in pasta
- Make into a burger
- Grill or cook the entire fish
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16 Simple Healthy Salmon Recipes
See list below. Quick and easy salmon recipes. Serve any of these great recipes for your next dinner party to discover why we love salmon!
Honey Garlic Baked Salmon in Foil
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Blackened Salmon In Creamy Cajun Sauce
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Garlic Butter Baked Salmon In Foil
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Honey Mustard Salmon
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Curried Salmon Burger Lettuce Wraps
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Mediterranean Salmon Salad
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Salmon with Mango Salsa
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Salmon Taco With Avocado Salsa
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Asian Sesame Salad with Sriracha Salmon
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Sheet Pan Asian Chimichurri Salmon
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Creamy Bowtie Pasta With Salmon And Asparagus
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Clean Eating Baked Thai Salmon
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Sheet Pan Salmon Primavera
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Chili Lime Salmon Tacos With Mango Salsa
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Coconut Rice Salmon Bowl
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Sweet and Tangy Asian BBQ Salmon
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