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23 Ways to Serve Salmon So Good, You’ll Forget It’s Healthy

Published: Aug 22, 2025 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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Salmon is the overachiever of the kitchen—rich in flavor, packed with protein, and ready to pair with almost anything. These 23 recipes take it beyond boring basics with crave-worthy sauces, crispy finishes, and global flair. Say goodbye to bland, and hello to drool-worthy dinners.

Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

Air Fryer Salmon on a white plate with sugar snap peas and green onions.
Air Fryer Frozen Salmon. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Making Air Fryer Frozen Salmon is one of the easiest ways to make salmon. No need to defrost it! These frozen salmon filets come out delicious every time. Ready in less than 15 minutes and basted with my homemade teriyaki sauce.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle

Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle with brussel sprouts and zucchini on a white plate.
Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make perfectly cooked salmon on the Blackstone Griddle in no time at all! It's a quick and easy healthy recipe, perfect for lunch or dinner. This Blackstone salmon recipe is super flavorful and you'll love the crispy skin!
Get the Recipe: Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle

Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

Sheet Pan Salmon Asparagus on a parchment paper lined sheet pan.
Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus meal is perfect for busy weeknights! This baked salmon and asparagus is ready in less than 25 minutes. Perfectly flaky salmon and delicious asparagus make for an easy dinner.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon with rice, butter, parsley, black pepper, and a salad on a black plate.
Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Making Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon is so easy and with just 2 ingredients. I love how fast the Air fryer cooks these salmon filets. It comes out perfect every single time!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

Sesame Salmon Bowl

Sesame Salmon Bowl with cucumber, avocado, sesame seeds, red cabbage, green onions and spring mix in a white bowl.
Sesame Salmon Bowl. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Sesame Salmon Bowls are a delicious and healthy dinner idea. It takes under 15 minutes to make start to finish! The sesame dressing adds tasty nutty flavor to this dish.
Get the Recipe: Sesame Salmon Bowl

Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon

Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon with parsley on a white plate.
Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon Recipe comes out perfect every single time. Not only is it delicious and flaky, but it has only 2 two ingredients. Have dinner ready in under 15 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon

Baked Firecracker Salmon

Baked Firecracker Salmon on a white plate.
Baked Firecracker Salmon. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Baked Firecracker Salmon: A Flavor Explosion on Your Plate! Perk up those taste buds with tonight's low-carb dinner. This baked salmon has little sweet and a little heat. And, it's a whole lot of deliciousness!
Get the Recipe: Baked Firecracker Salmon

Honey Mustard Salmon

Honey mustard salmon with a glossy glaze, garnished with herbs and served with lemon wedges on a white plate.
Honey Mustard Salmon. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Honey mustard salmon is as gorgeous on your table as it is delicious. The salmon gets perfectly tender and flaky, while the honey mustard glaze adds a sweet, tangy, and slightly smoky flavor to the dish. It’s an easy mix, brush, and bake kind of recipe that’s so easy, you’ll be making it on repeat! It’s dinner made special, without the hassle.
Get the Recipe: Honey Mustard Salmon

Baked Pesto Salmon

Salmon with spinach sauce on a white plate.
Baked Pesto Salmon. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Herby pesto and salmon go hand-in-hand in this easy bake that results in moist, tender, and flaky salmon. The petso cream sauce is amazing, and is perfect over noodles or rice, or keep it low carb and spoon it over cauliflower rice.
Get the Recipe: Baked Pesto Salmon

Salmon Lemon Herb Butter Sauce

Two salmon fillets with lemon sauce on a white plate.
Salmon Lemon Herb Butter Sauce. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

It's all about the sauce! Sweet, mild, and flaky salmon tastes so amazing with this NO-FAIL lemon butter, and herb sauce!
Get the Recipe: Salmon Lemon Herb Butter Sauce

Quick Baked Salmon With Mayo

Salmon fillets stacked on a plate with lemons and herbs in the background.
Quick Baked Salmon With Mayo. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Make busy weeknight dinner a breeze with this quick recipe of baked salmon with mayo! The mayo topping locks the moisture in the salmon creating the perfect juicy texture that even picky eaters will love.
Get the Recipe: Quick Baked Salmon With Mayo

Asian Glazed Salmon

Image shows a fork holding a bite of an Asian glazed salmon with the remaining serving in the background.
Asian Glazed Salmon. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Asian glazed salmon is a flavorful and easy way to prepare this versatile fish. The salmon is cooked in a sweet and savory glaze that gives it a delicious and irresistible flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table.
Get the Recipe: Asian Glazed Salmon

Pesto Salmon

Image shows Salmon with pesto and rice on a blue plate.
Pesto Salmon. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Delight in the vibrant flavors of pesto-infused salmon, a healthy choice that brings a burst of freshness to your plate. The herbal notes of the pesto perfectly complement the richness of the salmon, creating a balanced and nutritious dinner option.
Get the Recipe: Pesto Salmon

Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Air Fryer Salmon Bites and a salad on a plate with a fork.
Air Fryer Salmon Bites. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

These Air Fryer Salmon Bites are nutritious, delicious, and oh so tender!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Poached Orange Salmon

Image shows a spoon drizzing orange sauce over a salmon filet in a blue dish.
Poached Orange Salmon. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This orange salmon recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this healthy and flavorful fish. This quick and easy dish is perfect for both a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
Get the Recipe: Poached Orange Salmon

Pesto Salmon

Pesto Salmon. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Pesto salmon is an easy oven-baked dinner requiring only five ingredients that can be on the table in less than 25 minutes. It’s a healthy dinner full of flavor and perfect for weeknight cooking.
Get the Recipe: Pesto Salmon

Bacon Wrapped Salmon

Plate of salmon with bacon.
Bacon Wrapped Salmon. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Need a decadent yet healthy and wholesome restaurant quality meal? This bacon-wrapped salmon recipe is your answer!
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Salmon

Air Fryer Salmon Bites

A plate with air fryer salmon bites, rice, broccoli and sauce on it.
Air Fryer Salmon Bites. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Marinated in a garlic, ginger soy sauce, air fryer salmon bites are cooked to tender perfection then served with the marinade transformed into a dip for extra flavor. It’s a simple salmon meal, perfect for weeknights that delivers big on taste.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Baked Wild Sockeye Salmon

Baked sockeye salmon with herb caper crust and lemon slices on a sheet pan.
Baked Wild Sockeye Salmon. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

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, this is an easy yet stunning seafood dinner.
Get the Recipe: Baked Wild Sockeye Salmon

Maple Mustard Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

Maple mustard air fryer frozen salmon filet with broccolini on a plate.
Maple Mustard Air Fryer Frozen Salmon. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Making frozen salmon in the air fryer is quick, easy and delicious when paired with this simple maple mustard sauce. No need to defrost, cook straight from the freezer when you’re pressed for time!
Get the Recipe: Maple Mustard Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

Quick and Easy Salmon and Summer Squash

Quick and easy salmon and summer squash meal.
Quick and Easy Salmon and Summer Squash. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

When the weather is hot and you're craving a light and refreshing meal, our Salmon and Summer Squash recipe has got you covered. In just a matter of minutes, you can have a delicious and healthy dish on the table that showcases the vibrant flavors of salmon and seasonal summer squash.
Get the Recipe: Quick and Easy Salmon and Summer Squash

Baked creamy salmon

Grilled salmon and potatoes on a baking sheet.
Baked creamy salmon. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Baked salmon with cream sauce and potatoes is an easy sheet pan meal that comes together in 30 minutes, with a delicious creamy garlic sauce.
Get the Recipe: Baked creamy salmon

Salmon Salad with Bagel

Overhead of smoked salmon and bagel salad.
Salmon Salad with Bagel. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

This smoked salmon salad recipe tastes just like a cream cheese and lox bagel, only so much healthier! Cucumber, dill, tomatoes and gluten free bagel chips are topped with a drizzle of homemade cream cheese dressing. To make it keto, just omit the bagel chips.
Get the Recipe: Salmon Salad with Bagel

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