65 Salmon Recipes That Prove It's The Best Fish In the Sea

If you’re in the mood to eat the rainbow, this Caribbean-inspired Cobb salad is the place to start. A bit brighter than the traditional Cobb salad, this version combines fresh mango, creamy coconut dressing, and spiced salmon to create a punchy, spicy, filling meal.

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When it comes to 15-minute weeknight dinners, nothing is better than a simple piece of flaky, tender, savory-sweet brown sugar-glazed salmon. It takes 5 minutes to prep, 10 minutes to cook, and cleanup is an absolute breeze.

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This salmon recipe is not only a simple, quick dinner (ready in 20 minutes!), but it’s a texture lover’s paradise. The salmon is roasted at a slightly lower temperature, resulting in tender, buttery fish.

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Recipes only go viral when they’re incredibly good or laughably bad, and this sushi bake falls firmly at the top of the “incredibly good” list. This easy casserole is the perfect entry point for trying your hand at making sushi at home or introducing sushi to picky kiddos.

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Take your Monday night dinner into a Tuesday afternoon grain bowl with this miso-glazed salmon and charred scallion farro bowl. Salmon always calls for a sidekick, and in this case, we turned to our current obsession: farro.

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If you're looking for a new way to bring on the heat at dinnertime, this firecracker salmon recipe is here to blow the roof off your mouth. Serve the salmon with a bowl of white rice and a platter of steamed bok choy alongside.

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Whether it’s smoked salmon dip or in a pasta, there is no denying the perfection of this combo. So, for a quick hors d'oeuvre, like this salmon crostini, we couldn’t shy away from it.

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This savory-sweet salmon is quick and easy enough for weeknights (ready in under 30 minutes), but is also fancy enough for special occasions. If you’re a seafood novice, don’t sweat it: Searing fish might seem intimidating, but with our top tips, you’ll be a pro in no time.

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Grilling fish can be intimidating, but with foil packs, there's no need to stress. And it's not just fish inside, either!—there's a medley of zucchini and yellow summer squash with a smoky honey-chipotle sauce, making this one of the easiest dinners ever.

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We know sushi is Japanese, but there are plenty of U.S.-born rolls that we have come to adore. Obviously the California roll might be the top on your list. But if you’ve never had an Alaska roll, you’re missing out.

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The coconut milk and spice go so well together here, making a rich, but not heavy, sauce that really tastes and feels far more complicated than it is. The salmon simmers in the milk keeping it very tender and flaky and extra flavorful.

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Bring the brunch vibes to dinnertime with everything bagel seasoning crusted salmon and a refreshing salad that’s reminiscent of the toppings on your favorite loaded bagel & lox. If you’ve never turned cream cheese into a salad dressing, you're in for a treat.

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Calling all lox lovers—this smoked salmon dip is about to be your new go-to party dip. In this recipe, smoked salmon, spicy horseradish, bright lemon, and finely chopped dill all get mixed into a cream cheese and Greek yogurt base for the creamiest savory dip imaginable.

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En croute is just the French way of saying “in a crust” (puff pastry in this case)—here, a cheesy, garlicky, spinach mixture is the perfect balance to a tender salmon fillet. Prepare to elevate your holiday dinner game!

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The sugars in the marinade here stick to the surface of the salmon and caramelize as soon as they make contact with the hot skillet. Paired with a ginger- and garlic-spiked honey glaze, this salmon dish leaves you with complex, layered flavors that your dinner guests won’t soon forget.

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One of the most versatile mains we've ever developed, this sheet pan salmon is a weeknight dinner that you can return to again and again. Whether you're looking for the easiest way to feed a crowd or a simple, hands-off meal, this is a recipe to keep up your sleeve.

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Spicy salmon is the perfect topper for a brown rice bowl. The rest of the components here are optional (though we are pretty partial to those quick pickled cukes), so feel free to get creative!

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Need a simple, refreshing meal that comes together fast? You've gotta make this Greek salmon. Topped with all the ingredients from a beloved Greek salad (you can toss it all together while the salmon cooks), this is an under-an-hour dinner that’s worthy to be served at your next dinner party.

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Canned fish is having its moment currently, and these salmon patties are the perfect way to jump on the bandwagon. These patties are the easiest, most flavorful way to upgrade a simple can of salmon, turning a basic can into a quick and super-flavorful seafood dinner.

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Salmon steaks are perfect any day of the week, because you can pan fry, bake, or grill them! We love pan-frying them in a skillet because they take only 10 minutes to cook.

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