40 Healthy Salmon Recipes

Baked salmon recipes, grilled salmon recipes, salmon salad, salmon soups and more! These 40 healthy salmon recipes will make you the master of this omega 3-rich fish.

Awhile ago, one of my friends sheepishly told me that preparing healthy salmon recipes intimidates her, so she only orders salmon in restaurants. I was surprised because this is someone who I consider to be a very good cook. It turns out that she had a bad experience with cooking salmon years ago, before she had many meals under her belt, and she convinced herself that she and salmon just weren't meant to be.

I'm guessing that she's not the only one out there that feels that way. Believe me, I've served up my fair share of overcooked or under-seasoned salmon recipes over the years. So, I pulled together some of my favorite salmon dinner ideas from Cookin' Canuck and from some of my favorite blogs. The result? A list of 40 healthy salmon recipes that will turn you into a salmon master!

If you make any of the recipes from Cookin' Canuck, I'd love to see your photos on Instagram! Just use the hashtag #COOKINCANUCK and I'll be sure to find them.

Grilled Salmon Recipes:

Easy Grilled Salmon in Foil Recipe

This easy grilled salmon in foil recipe, with the flavors of soy sauce and ginger, requires virtually no clean-up. It's perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining!

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Grilled Salmon Recipe with Spice Rub

One of the quickest, most delicious grilled fish recipes! This Grilled Salmon recipe gets its flavor from a simple spice rub and a quick sear at high heat.

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Easy Grilled Pesto Salmon in Foil Recipe

This easy grilled salmon recipe in foil, with basil pesto and sautéed peppers and shallots, requires virtually no clean-up. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and entertaining! 254 calories and 1 Weight Watchers SP

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Mediterranean Salmon Foil Packets with Lentils by Life Made Sweeter
Grilled Salmon & Shrimp Scampi by Lexi's Clean Kitchen
Grilled Salmon & Orzo Corn Salad by Saving Room for Dessert
Grilled Lemon Salmon Skewers by Yummy Healthy Easy

Broiled & Baked Salmon Recipes:

Roasted Salmon with Avocado Salsa

15-minute dinner recipe! This amazing Roasted Salmon with Avocado Salsa recipe is fantastic for entertaining or an easy weeknight meal. 345 calories and 3 Weight Watchers  

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Parmesan Crusted Salmon Recipe

Parmesan Crusted Salmon is one of the easiest weeknight meals you can throw together! Serve it up with a side of rice and some steamed veggies or a salad.

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Sweet Chili Garlic Salmon by Fox and Briar
Lemon Pepper Salmon by Courtney's Sweets
25 Minute Salmon with Carrot Ginger Puree by Tasting Page

Broiled Rosemary Honey Salmon

This baked Honey Rosemary Salmon recipe takes less than 15 minutes to put together. With only 6 ingredients, it’s a life saver for a busy weeknight cook!

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Baked Teriyaki Salmon with Cabbage

Baked teriyaki salmon in under 30 minutes! This easy, lower sugar recipe is served over a delicious, ginger and garlic cabbage stir-fry.

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Baked Salmon with Garlic Cilantro Sauce by The Mediterranean Dish
Kale Pesto Zucchini Noodles & Salmon by Kristine's Kitchen
Parsley & Garlic-Rubbed Sheet Pan Salmon by Unsophisticook

Maple Dijon Baked Salmon Recipe

Sweet, savory and heart healthy. This easy salmon recipe is great for weeknight meals or entertaining.

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Tandoori Salmon with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce by Rachael Hartley Nutrition
Sheet Pan Asian Salmon with Broccoli, Carrots & Rice Noodles by The Food Charlatan
Paleo Salmon Cakes by A Girl Worth Saving

Salmon Bowl Recipes:

Salmon Poke Bowl

This salmon poke bowl is surprisingly easy to make at home. Make it your own by adding rice, swapping in different vegetables or adding some mango or pineapple chunks.

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Honey Garlic Salmon Quinoa Bowl by Pumpkin 'n Spice
Sweet Chili Alaska Salmon Bowl by Turning the Clock Back
Salmon Bowl with Kale & Lentils by The View From the Great Island

Salmon Soup Recipes:

Light Salmon & Potato Chowder Recipe

Light Salmon and Potato Chowder... A hearty soup that doesn’t blow the calorie bank! 322 calories and 4 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

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Salmon Coconut Chowder by Foolproof Living

Salmon Salad Recipes:

Sushi Salad with Wasabi Soy Dressing Recipe

If you like the flavors of sushi, you are going to love this sushi salad! A wasabi soy dressing tops arugula, smoked salmon, pickled ginger and arugula for a fantastic meal. 212 calories and 5 Weight Watchers SP

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Skinny Pink Salmon Green Salad by Reluctant Entertainer
Greek Fattoush Salad with Grilled Salmon by The Little Ferraro Kitchen
Arugula Smoked Salmon & Cucumber Salad by Cooking LSL
Quinoa-Crusted Salmon Salad by Dessert for Two

Burger, Tacos & Such:

Salmon Tostadas Recipe with Guacamole

Another 20 minute meal! My family LOVED these Salmon Tostadas with Guacamole, and they couldn't be easier to make. 255 calories and 5 Weight Watchers SP

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Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Seriously, these baked salmon meatballs may be some of the best things you’ve eaten in awhile. They’re made even better with a dollop of creamy avocado sauce on top. 295 calories and 3 Weight Watchers SP

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Skillet Salmon Potato Hash Recipe

Serve up this flavorful and healthy Skillet Salmon Potato Hash with a green salad for brunch or a light dinner.

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Blackened Salmon Tacos with Forbidden Rice & Mango Salsa by Ambitious Kitchen
Salmon Salad Tartines by Food by Mars
Thai Peanut Salmon Burgers by The Lean Green Bean
Salmon Burgers with Greek Yogurt Dill Sauce by Karen's Kitchen Stories

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