Our Favorite Salmon Recipes
Salmon is by far our favorite fish to cook at home. It is so versatile, so you can whip it into so many different creative dishes from tacos to asian bowls. The taste is the obvious reason we keep making this fish, but the health benefits are also a huge pull.
Salmon has a very high essential fat content, but the GOOD kind. This makes it super beneficial for your heart and bones! Salmon is rich in Omega-3 Fatty acids, a great source of protein, loaded with potassium, and high in B vitamins. Omega-3 Fatty acids are fantastic for your skin and hair. They help your skin hold onto moisture, giving you that glow and preventing signs of aging. It is rich in vitamin D which helps to prevent hair loss and increases growth. Omega-3’s are also known to help fight depression, improve eye health, prevent heart disease, fight inflammation, the list goes on.
We have definitely seen the results in the physical health benefits from incorporating this delicious fish into our diet on the regular, but its also just a crowd pleaser that we now crave! From oven baked, pan seared, to grilled on the BBQ you can’t go wrong with some of our favorite ways to make salmon. Feel free to get creative with the way you cook this fish, but the seasoning flavors here are something you won’t want to mess with!
Hummus Crusted Salmon
This recipe has been the biggest game changer when it comes to this fish. It’s such a unique way to manipulate the already delicious flavor and mix it up in a unique way. Whether you are trying to please a big family or impress a date with a home cooked meal, this is the recipe for you! (BTW, Jacq’s boyfriend says this is his FAVORITE recipe she makes) Full Recipe linked HERE.
2. Salmon with Lemon and Dill
This recipe is a go-to for a busy work day when you want something to whip up quick, but still on the healthy side. The foil wrap also makes it extra easy for clean up
INGREDIENTS
olive oil
1 lemon
minced garlic
minced dill
salt and pepper
salmon filets
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 375 and line a baking sheet with foil.
In a small bowl mix together olive oil, juice of 1/2 a lemon, garlic, fresh minced dill (or dry dill), salt, and pepper.
Slice other half of lemon into thin rounds
Place salmon on baking sheet and fold the sides of the foil to make a loose nest (will cover all salmon foil with after next step)
Pour the mixture over the salmon and top with the lemon slices
Fold the foil to cover the salmon and seal the packet closed.
Bake for about 12-20 minutes until cooked through (slightly flaky when cut with a fork)
Serve immediately - top with extra fresh dill and cracked pepper if you please!
3. Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad by our girl Carissa from @broccyourbody
Carissa showed us her tried and true blackened salmon recipe that you can make quickly on a skillet/Stovetop. Whether you are making the salmon as a main entree or topping a Caesar salad with this flavorful fish, you won’t be disappointed. Video how to linked HERE!
4. Teriyaki Salmon
Marinate Salmon 20 minutes before cooking in any low sodium teriyaki sauce or “Soyaki” from Trader Joes. Add in some garlic and white wine vinegar for an extra zing and it’s that simple!
5. Pesto + Tomato Salmon cooked on a skillet or air fry
6. Garlic, Rosemary, Thyme
Simple seasoning goes a long way on such a flavorful fish. This savory mix is perfect for a quick week night meal. Add a little salt and pepper, pop in the oven at 400 for 20 minutes and you are good to go!
7. Sivan Ayla’s Salmon Rice Bowls
Anything Sivan touches is gold and you can’t convince me otherwise. This recipe is a staple. Recipe linked HERE.
8. Salmon Tacos (Baked or Panko Breaded)
A summer time favorite recipe. They are easy to make, nutritious, and packed with flavor. They pair perfectly with the fresh tomatoes and sweet corn side salad. Blackened salmon tacos full recipe linked HERE.
