Rich, savory salmon is simple to cook and more versatile than you might expect. These easy salmon recipes will transform your weeknight dinner rotation. Most are ready in 30 minutes or less!
53 Easy Salmon Recipes Anyone Can Make In a Hurry
Updated on Sep. 20, 2024
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Grilled Salmon Fillet
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a prime example of salmon’s ability to transform with strong flavors. A rich glaze of soy sauce, red wine vinegar and lemon soaks into the fish while fresh Parmesan crusts the outside.
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked salmon: 193 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 163mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat.
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Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Topped with a creamy dill sauce and lightly spiked with horseradish, this top-rated salmon recipe sounds like a restaurant entree—but you can make it in a little over half an hour. This baked salmon cooks inside a foil packet, resulting in tender fish that won’t dry out (not to mention very easy clean-up). Looking for more? Learn how to make baked pesto salmon.
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked salmon with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 418 calories, 33g fat (11g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 643mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein.
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Maple-Glazed Salmon
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This quick and easy salmon recipe takes just 20 minutes from prep to serving, without stinting on flavor. The sweet and tangy sauce, made with grapefruit juice, balsamic vinegar and maple syrup, complements the rich, savory fish. Serve with a delicious side dish for salmon.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 266 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 218mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Salmon with Vegetable Salsa
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Salmon fillets take just minutes to cook in a skillet. In this recipe, the fish takes a Southwestern slant with a seasoning of lime juice and spicy cayenne pepper. Serve with a quick, fresh salsa that brightens the richness of the fish.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1 cup salsa: 438 calories, 28g fat (6g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 721mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 36g protein.
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Rosemary Salmon and Veggies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A perk of roasting salmon for dinner? Cooking your vegetable side dish in the same pan! In this recipe, salmon fillet shares seasonings with asparagus and peppers, but chopped cauliflower, sliced zucchini or fresh green beans are delicious alternatives.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 357 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 388mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Sage-Rubbed Salmon
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Starting the fish on a cast iron skillet sears the skin, and finishing in the oven results in tender fish. This herb-rubbed salmon recipe takes less than 20 minutes, start to finish! If you’re not partial to sage, replace it with another herb, such as rosemary, basil or dill.
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked fish: 220 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 377mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat.
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Foil-Baked Salmon
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You can cook the foil packets in the oven or on the grill, and switch up the seasonings whenever you make it—the super-quick salmon recipe is a template for all kinds of meals. All kinds of citrus, herbs and spices taste great with salmon. Think garlic and butter, rosemary and lemon or a curry spice mix.
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked salmon: 273 calories, 18g fat (5g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 402mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 fat.
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Salmon with Horseradish Pistachio Crust
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Level up your weeknight cooking with this crispy, crunchy crust of breadcrumbs and chopped nuts. Use pistachios or whichever nut you like (pecans and walnuts are especially good). While the salmon bakes, whip up a quick side dish.
Nutrition Facts:
1 salmon fillet: 376 calories, 25g fat (5g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 219mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat.
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Potato Cheese Soup with Salmon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Not every salmon dinner needs to be made with a whole fillet. Try this cozy, comforting soup, made with potatoes, milk and cheddar cheese. Use canned salmon or leftover cooked salmon, flaked with a fork.
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 505 calories, 31g fat (17g saturated fat), 119mg cholesterol, 737mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein.
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Salmon with Spinach & White Beans
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Garlicky greens and beans are a delicious complement to broiled salmon. Since the salmon is lightly seasoned, be sure to buy the freshest fillet you can. Here’s how to shop for salmon.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1/2 cup spinach mixture : 317 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 577mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 5g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Balsamic-Salmon Spinach Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Need a healthy, quick dinner? This salad comes together in about 20 minutes. Broiled salmon cooks in about the time it takes to mix a vinaigrette. Add just about any veggies, nuts, seeds or dried fruits you like.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 265 calories, 18g fat (3g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 261mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Garlic Salmon Linguine
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Delicious salmon linguine tastes bright and fresh, but it’s made with ingredients you can find in your pantry. Canned salmon is a useful staple to keep on hand, but you can also use leftover cooked salmon too if you have it.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 489 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 693mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein.
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Cajun Boil on the Grill
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These spicy salmon packets serve up a complete meal, including perfectly seasoned salmon, shrimp and vegetable sides. The best part? Since each packet serves one, it’s easy to scale the recipe up to serve a big party. They taste great with summer potluck sides.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 509 calories, 30g fat (7g saturated fat), 181mg cholesterol, 1302mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 40g protein.
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Garlic Lime Salmon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Citrus tastes great with salmon: the zesty, acidic fruits brighten and balance the savory richness of the fish. Here, lime and garlic make a simple, flavorful seasoning. Plate this fish with salad, rice and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts:
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (4 ounces) equals 380 calories, 30 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 67 mg cholesterol, 68 mg sodium, 3 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 23 g protein.
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Garlic & Herb Artichoke Salmon
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you love artichokes, bookmark this recipe! While it looks fancy, the dinner comes together quickly thanks to canned artichoke hearts and store-bought cheese spread.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 379 calories, 27g fat (10g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 409mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 30g protein.
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Salmon Grilled in Foil
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Firing up the grill? Grilled fish cooks super quick. This recipe is ready in under 20 minutes! The fish is ready when it flakes easily with a fork. See lots of white stuff on top of the fish? It may be overcooked—keep a closer eye next time.
Nutrition Facts:
1 packet: 199 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 436mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat.
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Speedy Salmon Stir-Fry
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Once you learn how to make a simple stir-fry, you can adapt the technique to just about any fish, poultry, meat and vegetable combination you can dream up. This salmon stir-fry calls for a bag of frozen vegetables for convenience, but you can use any fresh vegetables you like.
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup stir-fry with 2/3 cup rice: 498 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 394mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 26g protein.
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Jamaican Salmon with Coconut Cream Sauce
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Some of our favorite dinners are made in our trusty 13×9 pan. They’re quick to prep, simple to bake and clean up quick. This simple salmon dinner has a Jamaican touch thanks to a sweet-and-sour seasoning made with sour cream, coconut and lime.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 3 tablespoons sauce and 2 tablespoons coconut: 497 calories, 34g fat (12g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 467mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 30g protein.
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Caesar Salmon with Roasted Tomatoes & Artichokes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This five-ingredient salmon dinner channels the best flavors of a Caesar salad. The fish bakes alongside a tomato, pepper and artichoke salad, making it an effortless sheet-pan dinner.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 3/4 cup tomato mixture: 318 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 674mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Crusted Salmon
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fancy dinners don’t have to be fussy! This salmon dinner is a prime example; simply coat salmon fillets in a sweet-and-savory crust and bake. They’ll be ready in 10 minutes. Serve with a salad or vegetable side.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 523 calories, 40g fat (5g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 375mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein.
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Crispy Fish & Chips
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Make the British takeout favorite in your home kitchen—this copycat recipe takes just 30 minutes to make. Since the fish is baked instead of fried, you get all the crispy coating without the heavy fat.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 3/4 cup fries: 416 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 698mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch.
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Asian Salmon Tacos
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This quick salmon recipe is the ultimate fusion food: Asian-spiced salmon served taco-style in tortillas. It’s a simple twist on Taco Tuesday.
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 335 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 208mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Lemon Basil Salmon
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fresh, flavorful lemon basil salmon cooks up tenderly in a foil packet. You can make this recipe on a gas or charcoal grill, or even turn it into a campfire recipe.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 274 calories, 19g fat (6g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 264mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
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Salmon with Spinach Sauce
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Your Instant Pot, can make for a very fast cooking method for salmon. Poaching salmon preserves moisture, resulting in a delicate and tender fish every time. Serve with crusty bread and a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 533 calories, 43g fat (7g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 617mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Salmon
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Salmon cooks so quickly, it seems impossible to cook in a slow cooker, but the gentle, low heat is a great match for succulent salmon. This recipe is ideal for a large piece of salmon—cook the whole filet and slice before serving. Don’t remove the skin; that’s a common mistake when cooking fish.
Nutrition Facts:
1 salmon fillet: 272 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 115mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat.
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Salmon with Root Vegetables
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Root vegetables are notorious for taking a long time to cook, so here’s a handy trick: dicing them into bite-sized pieces means they’ll cook in about 20 minutes. This healthy one-pan recipe calls for a mix of root vegetables, but you can use whichever ones you like.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 417 calories, 21g fat (4g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 464mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Sweet-Chili Salmon with Blackberries
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Salmon and blackberries might sound like a strange combination, but berries taste great in savory dishes. This sweet, spicy salmon recipe is sure to break you out of a cooking rut.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1/2 cup berry mixture: 303 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 510mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
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Salmon and Spud Salad
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Smart cooks take advantage of kitchen shortcuts like cooking all your vegetables in a single pot of water. Add the vegetables in order of longest to shortest cooking times. This healthy salmon recipe is easy to adjust to your season or your tastes; swap out whichever veggies you have on hand.
Nutrition Facts:
1 salmon fillet with 2 cups salad: 480 calories, 23g fat (4g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 642mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Herb-Roasted Salmon Fillets
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Rosemary and thyme are a classic flavor combination, and one that pairs well with this roasted salmon dinner recipe, which comes together in 30 minutes. Serve alongside an easy steamed veggie, like asparagus or green beans.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 301 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 529mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 fat.
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Sesame Salmon with Wasabi Mayo
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Love spicy food? This salmon has a bit of a bite thanks to the wasabi mayo. The lemon juice will cut some of the heat from the wasabi and enliven this otherwise simple dish.
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked salmon with 1 tablespoon sauce: 439 calories, 36g fat (8g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 302mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 26g protein.
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Grilled Citrus Salmon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Lemon and oranges brighten up this yummy grilled salmon. If your fish has any whiff of fishiness before cooking, soak it in milk for half an hour or so, which will neutralize that flavor. Discard the milk, cook as usual, and the citrus will really shine through.
Nutrition Facts:
6 ounces cooked salmon: 530 calories, 40g fat (6g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 115mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 39g protein.
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Crumb-Topped Salmon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This salmon dinner has all the markings of a fish-and-chips takeout: a crispy, buttery crust, flaky fish and bright lemon flavor. The difference? Heart-healthy salmon is baked, not deep-fried. It’s a lighter take on comfort food.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 339 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 507mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Oven-Barbecued Salmon
Total Time
25 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Crave barbecue but don’t want to fire up the grill? Try this baked salmon. Adjust the simple homemade barbecue sauce to suit your spice tolerance, or make it even quicker by using bottled sauce. (These are our favorite store-bought barbecue sauces.)
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 301 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 340mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
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Salmon Veggie Packets
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
French food has a reputation for fussiness, but many French techniques are simple to master and guarantee delicious results. Baking salmon en papillote (in parchment) allows salmon to cook gently, protected from direct heat, sealing in moisture and flavor. Dinner is so simple, you’ll have plenty of time to prepare a French dessert to serve afterward.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 400 calories, 23g fat (4g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Ginger Salmon with Brown Rice
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This fast salmon recipe calls for just five ingredients. Store-bought salad dressing does double duty as both glaze for the salmon and sauce for the one-pan rice side dish. Weeknight dinner has never been easier.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1/2 cup rice mixture: 446 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 605mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 fat.
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Salmon Dill Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Need a cozy dinner on a chilly night? Try this salmon soup, with its creamy, rich blend of potatoes, mushrooms and salmon. A sprinkle of dill brightens up the hearty bowl, but you could also use parsley or cilantro.
Nutrition Facts:
2-1/2 cups: 398 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 647mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch.
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Mesquite Salmon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you love smoked salmon, don’t miss out on this mesquite-flavored grilled salmon. A sweet, yet tart, dipping sauce balances the smoky fish. Don’t throw out the leftover sauce! You can use it as a sandwich spread.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 493 calories, 38g fat (6g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 386mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 29g protein.
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Air-Fryer Salmon Patties
Total Time
25 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The air fryer makes crispy, savory salmon patties in a jiffy. This recipe uses a nice shortcut: saltine crackers in the crust, which are easy to crumble and already salted.
Nutrition Facts:
2 patties: 285 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 172mg cholesterol, 876mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 36g protein.
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Maple Bourbon Salmon
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Rich maple syrup, bourbon and walnuts make this salmon recipe the perfect fall dinner. Serve with your favorite fall side dish and open a cozy wine to sip on while you enjoy this sweet salmon.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 475 calories, 30g fat (6g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 237mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 33g protein.
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Honey-Mustard Glazed Salmon
Total Time
20 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A quick sauce of mustard, brown sugar and honey takes seconds to stir together, but infuses salmon fillets with abundant flavor. This recipe calls for 10 fillets, making it ideal for dinner parties, but you can scale down to suit your needs. Leftover salmon keeps well in the fridge for a few days; use it in soups, casseroles or to top salads.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 292 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 265mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 0 fiber), 24g protein.
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Orange Soy Salmon with Rice
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A sweet and tangy Asian-inspired sauce makes this salmon recipe pop. Best of all, it’s ready in just 20 minutes. Steamed broccoli makes a speedy side dish to match.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1 cup rice: 437 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1603mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein.
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Salmon Mousse Canapes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Need a fast appetizer? Try this simple salmon mousse, made with smoked salmon and cream cheese. Serve on cucumber slices or as a dip alongside crackers and crudité.
Nutrition Facts:
1 canape: 42 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 72mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Citrus-Marinated Salmon
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Delicate fish is quick to absorb the flavor of a marinade: you can set this one up just 30 minutes before cooking. Orange, lemon and lime juice pack big citrus flavor, while earthy herbs ground the brightness. Serve with a grilled side dish.
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 351 calories, 22g fat (4g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 202mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein.
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Feta Salmon Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Inspired by the flavors of perennially popular Greek salad, this salad is delightful at lunch or dinner. Feel free to add additional vegetables to the salad, as well as toppers like seeds, toasted nuts or chickpeas.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 352 calories, 18g fat (5g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 531mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 2 fat.
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Cilantro-Topped Salmon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For an unexpected twist on salmon, try this Southwestern-inspired dish. The zesty lime, jalapeno and cilantro sauce tastes great with plain rice, or serve the salmon on tortillas a lá fish tacos.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 232 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 166mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat.
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Special Salmon Steaks
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With a French-inspired sauce of butter, lemon and parsley, this salmon tastes indulgent and special, but it’s simple enough to make any night of the week. Serve with a salad, or lean into the decadence with mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts:
1 salmon steak: 461 calories, 33g fat (12g saturated fat), 144mg cholesterol, 472mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 39g protein.
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Salmon Salad Sandwiches
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Have leftover cooked salmon in the fridge? Whip up these tasty sandwiches! Shredding carrots into the mix adds both crunch and sweetness. You can also use canned salmon.
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 463 calories, 29g fat (12g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 1158mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 25g protein.
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Lemon Herbed Salmon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Tossing breadcrumbs with herbs, lemon zest and Parmesan cheese lends an instant update to plain breading. This mixture tastes delicious on salmon, as well as chicken and pork.
Nutrition Facts:
5 ounces cooked salmon: 446 calories, 29g fat (10g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 37g protein.
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Smoked Salmon Bites with Shallot Sauce
Total Time
30 min
Servings
25 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator:
These bite-sized pastries look fancy enough for a high tea party, but they come together in half an hour! Use frozen puff pastry for a flaky base, stir together a zippy sauce and top with smoked salmon. Next, learn how to make smoked salmon dip.
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 89 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 105mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Baked Salmon Patties
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Love salmon patties but trying to cut down on fat? Try these baked salmon cakes. The trick for the perfectly round shape? Cook the salmon in muffin tins to hold the shape.
Nutrition Facts:
2 salmon cakes: 266 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 914mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein.
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Sheet-Pan Soy-Ginger Salmon with Veggies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It takes about 20 minutes to set up this all-in-one sheet pan supper, and then you just slide it into the oven and let it roast! A delicious ginger-soy sauce infuses the fish and vegetables with plenty of flavor.
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked salmon with 1 cup vegetables: 426 calories, 26g fat (5g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 627mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch.
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Pistachio Salmon
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe relies on a classic breading mixture to add flavor and crunch to salmon fillets. The simple salmon is delicious served over a fresh salad, alongside steamed vegetables or even on top of rolls.
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked fish: 269 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 497mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Bourbon-Glazed Salmon
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Adding bourbon in a salmon glaze provides both sweetness and a lovely caramelized coating to the fish. This recipe looks fancy, but it’s ready in less than 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 384 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 725mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 29g protein.
