10 Salmon Dishes My Family Would Trade Dessert For!

Dessert? No thanks! My family goes wild for these 10 salmon dishes—so much so they'd give up dessert just for one more bite. Try them out!

Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle

Cook perfect salmon on the Blackstone Griddle quickly and easily! This healthy recipe is ideal for lunch or dinner, delivering super flavorful salmon with crispy skin you'll adore.
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Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon

This Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon Recipe turns out perfectly every time. It’s delicious, flaky, and uses just 2 ingredients. Have dinner ready in under 15 minutes!
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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 ideal for busy weeknights! Ready in under 25 minutes, it features perfectly flaky salmon and tasty asparagus for an easy dinner.
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Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

Making Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon is a breeze with just 2 ingredients. I love how quickly the air fryer cooks these salmon filets, turning out perfect every time!
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Sesame Salmon Bowl

Sesame Salmon Bowls are a tasty and healthy dinner idea ready in under 15 minutes! The sesame dressing adds a delicious nutty flavor to this quick meal.
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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 incredibly easy—no defrosting needed! These frozen filets come out delicious every time, ready in under 15 minutes and basted with my homemade teriyaki sauce.
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Penne with Salmon and Cherry Tomatoes

Penne pasta with burst cherry tomatoes, shallots, garlic, and parsley on white plate next to a pan filled with pasta. — Penne with Salmon and Cherry Tomatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This Penne al Salmone is a cream-free salmon pasta. It’s a fresh, light dish featuring sweet and savory cherry tomatoes in a white wine sauce with thyme.
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Salmon Pasta Salad

Pasta salads don’t get easier or tastier than this! Using leftover salmon, this creamy, tangy salad is packed with sweet, flaky salmon. A hint of dill and lemon boosts the flavor, making it a hearty meal all on its own.
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Spinach Salmon Burgers

These Spinach Salmon Burgers offer a tasty and healthy twist on traditional beef burgers. Made with canned salmon and fresh spinach, they're packed with protein, omega-3s, and nutrients, and can be ready in just 20 minutes.
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Crispy Baked Salmon Bites

Discover one of the top 10 salmon dishes with this plate of breaded salmon nuggets, accompanied by fresh lemon wedges and a bowl of dipping sauce, elegantly garnished with parsley. — Crispy Baked Salmon Bites. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

These crispy salmon nuggets are easy to make and perfect as an appetizer or kid-friendly dinner! Baked, not fried, they’re a healthier choice. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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