Salmon fillets are a versatile and delicious fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you're looking for a simple weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, there's a salmon fillet recipe out there to suit your needs. In this article, we'll share some of our favorite recipes for cooking salmon fillets, including pan-seared salmon, baked salmon, and grilled salmon. We'll also provide tips on how to choose the best salmon fillets and how to cook them perfectly.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRILLED SALMON FILLETS WITH A LEMON, TARRAGON, AND GARLIC SAUCE
This is perfect for summer grilling, especially if you want something different than the same old same old.
Provided by Austin Geraldson
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Salmon Fillet Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare a grill for high heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, tarragon, salt and pepper; set aside.
- Lightly oil the grill grate. Cook the salmon on the grill until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 10 minutes. Place on a serving plate and top with the prepared sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 46.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 543.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
BALSAMIC-GLAZED SALMON FILLETS
A glaze featuring balsamic vinegar, garlic, honey, white wine and Dijon mustard makes baked salmon fillets extraordinary.
Provided by ISYBEL
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Baked Salmon Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- Coat a small saucepan with non-stick cooking spray. Over medium heat, cook and stir garlic until soft, about 3 minutes. Mix in white wine, honey, balsamic vinegar, mustard, and salt and pepper. Simmer, uncovered, for about 3 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
- Arrange salmon fillets on foil-lined baking sheet. Brush fillets with balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with oregano.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 14 minutes, or until flesh flakes easily with a fork. Brush fillets with remaining glaze, and season with salt and pepper. Use a spatula to transfer fillets to serving platter, leaving the skin behind on the foil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 83.8 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 171.2 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
BLACKENED SALMON FILLETS
Fire up succulent salmon with an exciting blend of Cajun-style spices!
Provided by JEFF CALKINS
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Salmon Fillet Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, white pepper, black pepper, thyme, basil and oregano.
- Brush salmon fillets on both sides with 1/4 cup butter, and sprinkle evenly with the cayenne pepper mixture. Drizzle one side of each fillet with 1/2 remaining butter.
- In a large, heavy skillet over high heat, cook salmon, butter side down, until blackened, 2 to 5 minutes. Turn fillets, drizzle with remaining butter, and continue cooking until blackened and fish is easily flaked with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 166.4 mg, Fat 38.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37.4 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 1248.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
HERB-ROASTED SALMON FILLETS
My roasted salmon is so simple but elegant enough to serve to company. I make it on days when I have less than an hour to cook. The salmon seasoning is an easy way to add flavor. -Luanne Asta, Hampton Bays, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place salmon in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan, skin side down. Combine remaining ingredients; spread over fillets. Roast to desired doneness, 15-18 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 529mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BAKED SALMON FILLETS
I used my daughter's recipe with some modifications. For those who don't really fancy the taste of fish, this recipe will cure you of that. It is light and no overpowering fishy taste. Serve with rice and a vegetable of your choice (we like it with steamed broccoli).
Provided by gord030831
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Pour 1 Tbsp of olive oil evenly in the bottom of a 9x9-inch glass baking dish.
- Place the fillets in the bottom of the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining olive oil over the fillets.
- Sprinkle half of the garlic over the fillets.
- Sprinkle the bread crumbs over the fillets.
- Sprinkle the cheese over the fillets.
- Bake for approximately 18 to 20 minutes making sure not to over bake.
- Squeeze the juice of a lemon quarter over each fillet (optional).
BAKED SALMON FILLETS DIJON
Delicious baked salmon coated with Dijon-style mustard and seasoned bread crumbs, and topped with butter.
Provided by CHRISTYJ
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Baked Salmon Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a shallow baking pan with aluminum foil.
- Place salmon skin-side down on foil. Spread a thin layer of mustard on the top of each fillet, and season with salt and pepper. Top with bread crumbs, then drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 106.5 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 552.5 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
SEAFOOD-STUFFED SALMON FILLETS
You could get stuffed salmon from a big-box store, but my fillets are loaded with flavor from crab, cream cheese and savory herbs. We love them. -Mary Cokenour, Monticello, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine rice, crab, cream cheese, butter, garlic, basil, marjoram, oregano, thyme, rosemary and celery seed., Cut a pocket horizontally in each fillet to within 1/2 in. of opposite side. Fill with stuffing mixture; secure with toothpicks. Place salmon on 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Brush with oil; sprinkle with dill and salt., Bake 18-22 minutes or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork. Discard toothpicks before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calories, Fat 27g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 537mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 41g protein.
SALMON FILLETS WITH CREAMY DILL
A family recipe for how Alaskans make a delicious salmon dish. Use king, red, or silver salmon. Serve with wild rice!
Provided by JessieD
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Baked Salmon Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a bowl, stir together mayonnaise and mustard. Stir in thyme, oregano, and basil. Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet, and spread with the mayonnaise mixture. Sprinkle with dill weed.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the salmon is easily flaked with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 860.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 107.1 mg, Fat 76.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 38.6 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 894.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
GLAZED SALMON FILLETS WITH DILL MUSTARD SAUCE
Steps:
- Make glaze and sauce:
- In a bowl whisk together vinegar, mustard, and brown sugar. Whisk in oil in a stream until emulsified and season with pepper and salt. Mixture may be made 3 days ahead and chilled, covered. Bring mixture to room temperature and whisk before proceeding. Transfer 3/4 cup mixture to a small bowl and stir in soy sauce to make glaze. Whisk dill into remaining mixture to make sauce.
- Preheat broiler and grease a broiler pan or jelly-roll pan.
- Rinse salmon fillets and pat dry. Arrange fillets, skin sides down, in pan. (Cook 1 at a time if broiler is small.) Brush salmon with glaze and season with pepper and salt. Broil salmon 3 to 4 inches from heat about 8 minutes, or until just cooked through.
- Serve salmon warm or at room temperature with sauce.
SALMON FILLETS WITH SPINACH FOR TWO
Frozen spinach and garden vegetable cream cheese combine with salmon fillets! This is easy to double, if you need 4 servings. Created for a regular oven, this recipe is easily prepared in an air fryer by reducing the temperature by 25 degrees and reducing the time by five minutes. Be sure to monitor for doneness, because overcooking will dry out the salmon.
Provided by Bibi
Time 35m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 9x11-inch baking pan with foil.
- Press as much liquid from the thawed spinach as possible using clean dish towels or paper towels and place in a medium mixing bowl.
- Melt butter in a small, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Stir in mushrooms and onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to turn clear, about 4 minutes. Add cooked mushrooms and onions to spinach with Parmesan cheese, garden vegetable cream cheese, and garlic powder. Stir until well combined and add kosher salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Combine olive oil and lemon juice in a small bowl.
- Pat salmon fillets dry and brush both sides with the combined olive oil and lemon juice. Place fillets in the foil-lined pan and sprinkle with ground sea salt. Divide spinach mixture evenly between the two fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the salmon flakes easily with a fork, 15 to 19 minutes. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 154.3 mg, Fat 34.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 49.9 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 555.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
CITRUS SALMON FILLETS WITH SALSA
Take lemony salmon fillets to the next level with a fresh, colorful homemade salsa. Just add a simple side of rice for a complete dinner. -Tiffany Hartpence, Lander, WY
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For salsa, in a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, pineapple, basil, lime juice, shallots, soy sauce, brown sugar and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Cover and chill until serving., Place fillets in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; pour broth into dish. Sprinkle fillets with lemon zest and remaining pepper., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.
SALMON FILLETS GLAZED WITH GINGER, LIME AND SOY
Steps:
- Mix marinade ingredients. Place fillet(s) in plastic sealable bag and pour marinade over, turning to coat. Let marinate 30 minutes at room temperature or 1 hour in the refrigerator, turning the fish once or twice to distribute the marinade evenly. Prepare a grill. Drain fish, reserving marinade. Place fillets on grill over indirect high heat and cover. Baste occasionally with the marinade. Do NOT turn the salmon fillets. When they are done, the fillets will lift easily from the skin. Approximately 5-6 minutes/1/2" inch of fillet or steak.
PAN SEARED SALMON FILLETS
Provided by Martha Stewart
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350. Heat a medium ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil. Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Season the flesh-side of the salmon with salt. When the oil is hot, add salmon skin-side down. Sear until the skin is golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Turn and transfer to oven and cook until a cake tester or tip of a paring knife is just warm to the touch when inserted into the middle of the salmon; about 5 minutes for medium-rare and 9 minutes for fully cooked through. Let rest for 2 minutes and serve immediately topped with a pat of butter.
THE ULTIMATE SALMON FILLETS
Living on the west coast, we have eaten a great deal of salmon. This is ABSOLUTELY the best way we have found to cook it. It is so moist and the flavor is fantastic! Many reviewers have said that they think the cheese, especially the cheddar is unnecessary, and I have to admit that I omit the cheddar cheese myself. The flavour is a little too strong and it is extra fat that is not needed. I do like the sprinkling of parmesan with the paprika because it looks so nice when it is broiled. Using light mayonnaise and light sour cream or yogurt tastes just as good as the full fat versions and cuts down fat and calories even more. Thanks for all the great reviews!
Provided by Paja9203
Categories Roast
Time 30m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- If frozen, partially thaw fillets and cut into serving size pieces.
- Place in a greased baking dish.
- Combine sour cream or yogurt, mustard, onion, dill, and mayonnaise.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread mixture over fish.
- Bake 20 minutes per inch of thickness of fish if frozen or 10-12 minutes if thawed.
- When just done, sprinkle with the cheeses and a dash of paprika.
- Broil 1 minute or until the cheese is bubbly and flecked with brown.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
CREOLE SALMON FILLETS
These fillets bake up moist and golden brown. Our grown daughters and grandsons like their food on the spicy side, so I knew Creole seasoning would make this entree a family favorite.-Florine Bruns, Fredericksburg, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first three ingredients. Add salmon; shake to coat. , Place salmon on a broiler pan or baking sheet. Broil 6 in. from the heat for 10-14 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 767mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein.
BIG RAY'S LEMONY GRILLED SALMON FILLETS WITH DILL SAUCE
Grilled lemons add a smoky tartness to a butter sauce made to enjoy with grilled salmon. A touch of dill adds a fresh, clean finish. Make sure to use fresh dill; it really makes a difference!
Provided by bfr610
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Salmon Fillet Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Grill salmon and thick lemon slices on hot grill until salmon flakes easily with a fork, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
- Stir water, lemon juice, and cornstarch together in a small saucepan to dissolve the cornstarch; add butter and place over medium heat. Cook and stir the mixture until boiling and thick, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat. Stir quartered lemon slices, dill, salt, chervil, and cayenne pepper into the sauce. Serve with the grilled salmon and grilled lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 98.5 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 288.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
HOISIN SALMON FILLETS
Fabulous Asian flavor in no time flat-this moist salmon is special enough for guests, easy enough for weekdays. I usually serve this dish with steamed brown rice, broccoli and a fresh fruit salad. -Jeri Farough, Perryville, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients. Add the salmon; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes, turning occasionally., Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Place salmon skin side down on grill rack., Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 10-12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 401mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GLAZED GRILLED SALMON FILLETS
Make and share this Glazed Grilled Salmon Fillets recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Pilgrim
Categories High Protein
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Start grill.
- Blend marinade ingredients and marinade filets 15 minutes prior to grilling. Works well in a freezer grade zip lock bag.
- Brush rack w/ oil or Grillin' Pam.
- Grill over hot coals and baste w. marinade.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.4, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 87.5, Sodium 868.5, Carbohydrate 25.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 23.6, Protein 35.2
SALMON FILLETS WITH LEMON-THYME SAUCE
Provided by Dave Tyson
Categories Milk/Cream Fish Bake Low Carb Quick & Easy Lemon Salmon White Wine Thyme Bon Appétit Washington
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange salmon on baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Bake until just cooked through, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, boil next 5 ingredients in heavy medium saucepan over high heat until mixture is reduced to generous 1/2 cup, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes. Strain sauce into heavy small saucepan, pushing hard on solids to release as much liquid as possible. Set saucepan over very low heat and whisk in butter 1 piece at a time. Whisk in lemon juice; season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
- Transfer salmon to plates. Spoon sauce over and serve.
BLACKENED SALMON FILLETS
This is a recipe I found on All Recipes. It's SPICY, tasty and a delicious way to serve salmon. I've altered the recipe quite a bit but will spell out both variations so you can make this recipe according to what suits your family. For instance, this recipe calls for a 1/2 cup of butter but I don't use any...just olive oil to brush the fillets with. Also, this recipe states to cook the fish entirely on the stove but I blacken for a few minutes and then bake at 400 for 10 minutes for perfectly cooked fish without an overly smoky kitchen!
Provided by RedVinoGirl
Categories High Protein
Time 20m
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, white pepper, black pepper, thyme, basil and oregano.
- Brush salmon fillets EVOO until moist, and sprinkle evenly with the cayenne pepper mixture. Mist with EVOO spray (I use Garlic flavored EVOO spray).
- In a large, heavy skillet over high heat, cook salmon, until blackened, 2 to 5 minutes. Turn fillets, brush with remaining EVOO , and continue cooking until blackened and fish is easily flaked with a fork.
- At this point, I bake at 400 for 10 minutes or until desired doneness (I like mine well done). If you don't like yours well done, skip the baking stage.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Salmon Fillets: Opt for wild-caught salmon fillets over farmed ones for a richer flavor and higher nutritional value. Look for fillets that are firm, bright, and have minimal bones.
- Season Simply: Salmon has a delicate flavor, so don't overpower it with complex seasonings. A simple combination of salt, pepper, and lemon juice is often all you need.
- Cook Gently: Salmon is a delicate fish that can easily overcook. Cook it over medium heat until it flakes easily with a fork, usually around 5-7 minutes per side.
- Don't Crowd the Pan: When pan-frying salmon, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the fillets from cooking evenly and becoming mushy.
- Use a Non-Stick Pan: To prevent the salmon from sticking to the pan, use a non-stick pan or grease the pan with a little oil or butter.
- Serve Immediately: Salmon is best served immediately after cooking. If you need to store it, let it cool completely before refrigerating or freezing.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, cooking salmon fillets is a simple and delicious way to enjoy this healthy and versatile fish. With just a few simple tips, you can create a variety of flavorful and satisfying dishes that are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or an elegant dinner party entrée, salmon fillets are a perfect choice. So next time you're at the fish market, be sure to pick up a few fillets and give one of these recipes a try!
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