Fresh, Healthy Salmon Recipes

Let’s talk all things salmon! If I’m not making something with chicken or ground turkey, I love creating delicious salmon recipes. Not only is it incredibly versatile and delicious with your favorite spices, sauces, and even fresh salsas, but it’s also super easy to cook.

Why cook with salmon?

We love cooking salmon in our house because it’s kiddo-friendly and it’s:

• Fast & easy. You’ll have flavorful grilled salmon in under 30 minutes with just a few super simple steps. Dinner win!
• Delicious. There are so many different ways to season and flavor salmon that you’re guaranteed to never get bored. Have fun experimenting!
• Packed with nutrition. We love having salmon for lunches and dinners and get excited that Sidney loves it, too, because it’s packed with lean protein, healthy fats, and omega-3s. Amazing for growing kiddos and adults!

Choosing the right type of salmon

If you’ve ever bought salmon you’ll know that it comes in a ton of different varieties. Here are things to consider when buying it for recipes:

• Wild vs. farmed. You can choose wild or farmed; it’s up to you. Farm-raised salmon tends to be milder in flavor and more fatty/buttery in texture, while on the other hand wild salmon can be a little more spendy, but is leaner, pinker, and higher in minerals such as zinc and iron. Both are delicious!
• Skin on vs off. Choose a salmon with the skin still on it. This will help keep the salmon extra flavorful, plus it’s easier to grill.
• Different varieties of salmon. The most common types of salmon you’ll find at the grocery store are King/Chinook, which is large with a high fat content, Sockeye, which is more red/orange in color, Coho/Silver salmon, which has bright red flesh, and Atlantic Salmon, which is always farmed. I also included a recipe with delicious smoked salmon!

How to bake or grill salmon

There are two super easy ways to cook salmon that will give you perfect salmon every time with a few tips and tricks:

• To bake: I love to bake salmon right in the oven for a hands-off option. The rule of thumb for easily baking salmon is for every inch of thickness, bake your salmon for 15 minutes. Generally, mine is usually perfect around 18 minutes. It’s always better to slightly undercook, rather than overcook your salmon. Marinate it, place it on a baking sheet, and boom, you have perfectly cooked salmon!
• To grill: during the summer (and really all year round), I also love to grill salmon because it’s super quick and there are tons of easy methods! Get all of my tips and tricks for grilling salmon here. The same rule applies to grilling salmon — it’s better to slightly undercook it rather than overcook it!

My favorite way to enjoy salmon leftovers

If you happen to have salmon left over, simply place it in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Call me crazy, but I actually love leftover salmon with scrambled eggs. Try it in breakfast tacos or a breakfast quesadilla like this one!

Take a scroll to see my go-to salmon recipes for any day of the week! If you make any of these recipes, be sure to leave a comment and let me know how you liked it.

Chipotle Lime Salmon Tacos with Corn Avocado Peach Salsa & Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

Incredible chipotle salmon tacos with fresh corn avocado peach salsa and a creamy, spicy cilantro yogurt sauce. These baked chipotle lime salmon tacos are packed with flavor and protein for the perfect dinner to make all summer long! Truly the BEST salmon tacos you’ll ever make.

Sheet Pan Salmon with Potatoes and Chickpeas

Beautiful sheet pan salmon with tender potatoes and crispy chickpeas all served with an herby yogurt sauce and fresh toppings. This easy sheet pan salmon recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep for the perfect weeknight dinner!

Honey Lemon Garlic Salmon

Wonderful honey lemon garlic salmon covered in an easy lemon garlic butter marinade and baked to flaky perfection. This flavorful lemon garlic salmon recipe makes a delicious, protein packed dinner served with your favorite salad or side dishes, and the marinade is perfect for your go-to proteins.

Firecracker Salmon with Peach Avocado Salsa

Delicious, sweet, and spicy firecracker salmon topped with a wonderful, fresh peach avocado salsa. This firecracker salmon recipe can be baked or grilled for a healthy weeknight meal that everyone will love! Serve with your favorite sides, rice, quinoa, or even in tacos.

30 Minute Chili Maple Lime Salmon Bowls with Forbidden Rice

Delicious and easy chili lime salmon bowls with nutty forbidden rice, sweet mango, and edamame. You’ll love the hint of maple in these healthy salmon bowls for the perfect, 30-minute weeknight dinner for two!

Smoked Salmon Crostini

Delicious smoked salmon crostini made with simple ingredients for the perfect easy appetizer or snack. Take your favorite bagel and lox and turn it into a fun, flavorful appetizer to share with friends and family! Great for brunch and ready in just 20 minutes.

Spicy Maple Glazed Salmon for Two!

Spicy maple glazed salmon makes the perfect weeknight dinner for two! All you need is 20 minutes and a few simple ingredients to make this delicious, protein-packed meal. Serve your maple glazed salmon with sweet potato fries, veggies, noodles, or a leafy green salad.

Damn Good Salmon Taco Bowls For Two

Delicious salmon taco bowls with homemade taco seasoned salmon and served with flavorful sofrito rice. Add avocado, salsa, green onion, cilantro and any other toppings your heart desires for a wonderful meal prep dinner for two!

10-Minute Smoked Salmon Pinwheels

Savory smoked salmon pinwheels rolled up with a flavorful chive and dill cream cheese and tons of fresh spinach. This easy, healthy appetizer comes together in just 10 minutes for the ultimate party food or snack!

Blackened Salmon Tacos with Forbidden Rice & Mango Guacamole

Heart-healthy blackened salmon tacos with forbidden rice and incredible mango guacamole. These blackened salmon tacos are filled with fresh flavor and plenty of protein for the perfect weeknight dinner. Options to bake or grill the salmon included with tips, plus ways to use leftovers!

I hope you love these delicious healthy salmon recipes! If you make any of them be sure to leave a comment and a rating on the recipe so I know how you liked it. Enjoy, xo!