21 Mouthwatering Recipes to Shake Up the Way You Make Salmon

Many of us love salmon, not just for the taste but also because of how quick and easy it is to cook. Salmon can be prepared in many ways but we often fall back on a regular sheet pan dinner when it’s really much more versatile than that. Whether you’re craving a hearty meal or a light and refreshing dish, salmon has got you covered. From grilled fillets to pastas and dips, the possibilities are endless. The following is a list of 21 recipes for amazing salmon meals and appetizers.

Salmon Stuffed Mushrooms

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Smoked salmon stuffed mushroom caps are perfect for any occasion. Mushrooms are stuffed with salmon, cream cheese and more to give the ultimate flavor bomb in every bite. 

Smoked Salmon Dip with Dill & Capers

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The BEST smoked salmon dip that ever existed! Easy to prepare using only 7 ingredients. The perfect appetizer for ANY party. Only 5 minutes to prepare!

Smoked Salmon BLT with Avocado

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This smoked salmon BLT with avocado and everything bagel seasoning is the ultimate weekend breakfast, brunch or lunch. A delicious and more satisfying way to enjoy a BLT!

Mediterranean Salmon Recipe

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If you follow the Mediterranean diet at all, this Mediterranean salmon is a great idea for dinner tonight. Need a delicious idea for dinner tonight? This wonderful salmon has a marvelous Mediterranean flavor and packs a healthful punch, to boot.

15 minute Salmon Tacos

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Quick and delicious, these salmon tacos are a perfect blend of savory and fresh. They are a fast yet gourmet option for a busy weeknight dinner. Packed with the rich flavors of perfectly cooked salmon and a burst of zesty toppings, they promise to satisfy your taste buds in just minutes.

Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs

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Smoked salmon deviled eggs are a delicious twist on an appetizer classic. They are incredibly easy and only take a few minutes to put together.

Salmon Wellington

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Salmon Wellington is an easy, elegant dinner for Date Night or Valentine’s Day! It has a punch of flavor from a horseradish- dill sauce!

Crispy Salmon Bites

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These crispy pan-fried salmon bites are a delicious way to transform canned salmon. They go great on top of a salad, served as an appetizer with dipping sauce or made into a meal with veggies and rice.

Smoked Salmon Wrap With Avocado

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The smoked salmon wrap is easy to prepare, healthy and guiltlessly delicious. If you have trouble getting your kids to eat fish, try this smoked salmon wrap.

Salmon Fish Cakes

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These salmon fish cakes are delicate, tasty and really easy to make. You’d wish you found this salmon fish cake recipe years ago. All you need is cooked salmon, mashed potatoes, eggs, flour, breadcrumbs, milk, oil, seasoning and you’re in business. Now, this salmon fish cakes recipe is very versatile.

Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict

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There is nothing better than a delicious home-cooked breakfast on the weekend. So this weekend, why not impress your family with this Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict! With smooth and velvety poached eggs, homemade rich and creamy Hollandaise Sauce, and savory smoked salmon in place of your typical Canadian Bacon, this classic breakfast is all placed on a crispy but soft toasted and buttered English muffin!

Teriyaki Salmon Bowl Recipe

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This Teriyaki Salmon Bowl with homemade teriyaki sauce is the ideal weeknight dinner option because it’s simple to make and comes together in less than 20–30 minutes. The salmon fillet can be air-fried, baked, or cooked over the stove. Then add to a bowl of cooked rice and your favorite veggies.

Baked Wild Sockeye Salmon

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This wild sockeye salmon is baked in the oven with an herbed garlic caper citrus crust for an easy, healthy meal. With a bake time of just 10-12 minutes, there’s no reason to not make this sockeye salmon recipe part of your weeknight dinner rotation!

Ukha (Russian Fish Soup)

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A classic Russian recipe, Ukha is a simple brothy fish soup full of flavor and vegetables. Ukha is simple, quick, and versatile with many possible variations. Here I’m using salmon and bream, but I also love to make it with trout and other types of seafood (like clams or eel) as well. Use what you have on hand.

Honey Garlic Salmon in the Air Fryer

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This Honey Garlic Salmon in the Air Fryer recipe is so easy to make and one that will be a favorite fish recipe. It’s one of the best Air Fryer recipes that is made with flaky, juicy salmon and is glazed with a sweet honey garlic sauce.

Sesame Crusted Teriyaki Salmon Recipe

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A quick and easy sesame-crusted pan-fried teriyaki salmon recipe glazed with a sweet and sticky homemade teriyaki sauce which can be served with rice and a side of vegetables

Smoked Salmon Spinach Quiche with Goat Cheese

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This easy salmon spinach quiche with goat cheese combines a few of my favorite things: smoked salmon, eggs, and pie crust. Quiche is such an underrated dish – it’s savory, comforting, and pretty easy to make (especially if you’re using a frozen pie crust, which you totally can).

Smoked Salmon Pasta With Crispy Capers

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Smoked salmon pasta is such an indulgent, luxurious dish. Pasta swimming in a thick and creamy sauce, fresh herbs that compliment the smoked salmon, and for a perfect salty crunch on top: crispy capers.

Easy Asian Salmon Stir Fry Recipe

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Wondering if you can stir fry salmon? The answer is YES YES YES and this easy salmon stir fry recipe will show you how easy and how delicious it can be. This Asian salmon recipe is made with kitchen staples (if you stir fry, you should have these) and the whole meal comes together in less than 30 minutes.

Grilled Togarashi Salmon Rice Noodle Bowl

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There’s nothing easier than grilled salmon, and this time we made some Grilled Togarashi Salmon Rice Noodle Bowls that were packed full of stir fried cabbage, mushrooms, and bell peppers in a Korean-inspired stir fry sauce that you’re going to want to have in your back pocket.

Grilled Salmon with Mango Lime Salsa

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This flavor-packed grilled salmon with mango lime salsa is the kind of meal you remember for days. Decadent and slightly exotic, it’s actually SO easy you can whip it up in no time! Perfect for summer cookouts with guests!

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