Best Salmon Recipes

A curated collection of our top salmon recipes to impress family and friends.

What Makes a Great Salmon Recipe?

The best salmon recipes share common elements that elevate this magnificent fish from ordinary to extraordinary. Superior technique, thoughtful seasoning, and respect for the fish's natural qualities transform simple ingredients into memorable meals. Whether you're preparing a weeknight dinner or an elegant feast, understanding what makes salmon exceptional ensures consistent, restaurant-quality results.

Elements of Exceptional Salmon

Quality Ingredients: Fresh or properly frozen salmon with bright colour, firm texture, and ocean-fresh smell forms the foundation of any great recipe.
Proper Cooking Technique: Mastering your chosen method – whether baking, grilling, or pan-searing – ensures moist, flaky results every time.
Balanced Seasoning: The best recipes enhance rather than mask salmon's natural flavour with complementary herbs, citrus, and aromatics.
Perfect Doneness: Cooking to 125-135°F internal temperature keeps salmon tender and juicy – never dry or chalky.
Textural Contrast: Crispy skin, crunchy toppings, or silky sauces create satisfying textural interest alongside tender fish.

Tips for Salmon Excellence

Buy Quality Fish: Wild-caught Alaskan or sustainably farmed salmon offers superior flavour and texture – it's worth the investment.
Remove Pin Bones: Run your fingers along the fillet and pull out any remaining bones with tweezers or needle-nose pliers.
Season Generously: Salmon's rich flavour can handle bold seasonings – don't be shy with salt, pepper, and aromatics.
Use a Thermometer: Stop guessing – an instant-read thermometer ensures perfect doneness every single time.
Let It Rest: Allow cooked salmon to rest 2-3 minutes before serving – this redistributes juices for optimal moisture and flavour.
Embrace Simplicity: Often the best preparations are the simplest – quality salmon needs little embellishment to shine.

Recipes

Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon

Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon

Tender salmon fillets cooked in the air fryer with a sticky honey garlic glaze.

Canned Salmon Pasta

Canned Salmon Pasta

This speedy pasta combines pantry staples like canned salmon, garlic and lemon for a bright and comforting dish.

Crispy Canned Salmon Patties

Crispy Canned Salmon Patties

These golden salmon patties come together quickly using pantry staples and are pan‑fried until crisp.

Easy Lemon Garlic Baked Salmon

Easy Lemon Garlic Baked Salmon

This quick and flavorful baked salmon is brushed with a lemon garlic butter and baked until perfectly flaky.

Easy Salmon Ramen

Easy Salmon Ramen

A comforting bowl of ramen with tender salmon and a savoury miso broth.

Foil Pack Grilled Salmon with Asparagus

Foil Pack Grilled Salmon with Asparagus

Tender salmon and crisp asparagus are steamed together in a foil packet on the grill.

Grilled Cajun Salmon

Grilled Cajun Salmon

Spice up your grill night with this quick Cajun‑rubbed salmon.

Grilled Teriyaki Salmon

Grilled Teriyaki Salmon

Sweet and savoury teriyaki sauce caramelises on grilled salmon for a crowd‑pleasing dinner.

Healthy Herb‑Crusted Salmon

Healthy Herb‑Crusted Salmon

An herby breadcrumb crust keeps this baked salmon moist while adding crunch.

Leftover Salmon Fried Rice

Leftover Salmon Fried Rice

Turn leftover fish into a satisfying fried rice loaded with vegetables and savoury flavour.

Maple Glazed Salmon

Maple Glazed Salmon

A simple maple soy glaze caramelises on baked salmon for a sweet‑savory dinner.

Mediterranean Salmon Salad

Mediterranean Salmon Salad

A colourful salad featuring juicy grilled salmon, crunchy vegetables, grains and a tangy balsamic dressing.

Miso Glazed Salmon

Miso Glazed Salmon

Rich and savoury miso glaze coats tender salmon fillets that are baked until caramelised.

Pan‑Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter

Pan‑Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter

A quick weeknight dinner of crispy pan‑seared salmon finished with a silky lemon butter sauce.

Salmon Kabobs on the Grill

Salmon Kabobs on the Grill

Juicy salmon cubes threaded with vegetables and grilled until smoky and tender.

Salmon Pesto Pasta

Salmon Pesto Pasta

Creamy pesto tossed with pasta and flaked salmon makes a comforting meal in minutes.

Salmon Sushi Bowl

Salmon Sushi Bowl

All the flavours of sushi in an easy bowl – salmon, rice, veggies and soy sauce.

Sesame Ginger Salmon

Sesame Ginger Salmon

Pan‑seared salmon drizzled with a sticky sesame ginger sauce and topped with scallions.

Smoked Salmon Bagel

Smoked Salmon Bagel

A classic combination of creamy cheese, silky smoked salmon and briny capers on a toasted bagel.

Thai Coconut Salmon Curry

Thai Coconut Salmon Curry

A fragrant curry with chunks of salmon simmered in a creamy coconut sauce with vegetables and herbs.