Food Recipe Collections & Favorites 18 Easy Salmon Recipes For Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner These quick and easy salmon recipes are perfect for anytime you're craving a healthy, delicious meal. By Jenna Helwig Jenna Helwig Instagram Jenna is the food director at Real Simple and the author of Bare Minimum Dinners, a cookbook featuring more than 100 low-lift, high-reward recipes. Previously, Jenna was the food director at Health and Parents. She is also the founder and operator of Rosaberry, a boutique personal chef services company, and the author of four other cookbooks, including the bestselling Baby-Led Feeding. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on April 28, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Greg DuPree The most popular fish in America (and the second most popular seafood after shrimp), salmon is an easy crowd-pleaser and endlessly versatile. Whether you're choosing fillets, steaks, smoked, or canned, we've got easy salmon recipes for brunch, lunch, and dinner. And not only is salmon tasty, it's also incredibly healthy. It's full of protein and essential omega-3 fatty acids, which are key for brain and heart health. If you're choosing between wild and farmed salmon, know that wild is often lower in saturated fat and higher in calcium than farmed fish, and many chefs prefer its firmer texture and stronger flavor. Plus, it's usually eco-friendly. Most of the wild salmon you see at the supermarket is caught in Alaska, home to some of the most sustainable fisheries in the world. Farm-raised salmon is often more affordable than wild, and widely available throughout the year, so if farmed is more accessible for you, go for it! For the most sustainable options, look for Atlantic salmon from Maine or the Faroe Islands, or for farmed salmon with the Aquaculture Stewardship Council certification on the packaging. The 15 Best Side Dishes for Salmon 01 of 18 Egg & Smoked Salmon Tart Greg DuPree This brunch or dinner recipe has it all: golden puff pastry, scallion-studded crème fraîche, runny eggs, and curls of smoked salmon. get the recipe 02 of 18 Speedy Salmon Burgers Greg DuPree Affordable canned salmon is the star of these easy burgers. Serve them on buns with watercress or arugula for some peppery crunch. get the recipe 03 of 18 Salmon Tacos With Grapefruit Salsa Greg DuPree Spice-rubbed salmon is topped with a zingy, citrusy salsa for tasty tacos that are still simple enough for a weeknight. get the recipe 04 of 18 Curried Coconut Salmon Soup Greg DuPree Ginger and red curry paste add lively flavor to this nourishing soup. If you can't find baby bok choy, feel free to swap in spinach. get the recipe 05 of 18 Sweet Chili Salmon Salad Victor Protasio This salad has it all: crunchy snap peas, creamy avocado, punchy shallots, and of course, tender salmon. The sweet chili sauce gives the salad dressing more sweetness than heat, so don't hesitate to whip up a double batch for more salads in the days to come. get the recipe 06 of 18 Ginger and Honey-Soy Salmon en Papillote Greg DuPree Here’s a quick dinner everyone will want to tear into. Baking fish and veggies in a parchment paper packet results in supremely tender fish. Let your guests open their packets at the table so everyone can get in on the fun. get the recipe 07 of 18 Harissa Salmon and Potatoes Caitlin Bensel Sweet-hot harissa, a Middle Eastern chili paste, is the star of this show. Different brands have different spice levels; the mild variety of Mina is on the gentler side. get the recipe 08 of 18 Smoked Salmon Flatbread Victor Protasio Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or super-fast dinner, this 10-minute meal (yes, really) hits all the right notes. get the recipe 30 Quick and Easy Family Dinner Recipes You Can Make in Under an Hour 09 of 18 Beet-Cured Salmon Greg DuPree More than just a cool brunch trick, these colorful salmon ribbons have an earthy flavor that makes a splash. get the link 10 of 18 Slow-Roasted Citrus Salmon Caitlin Bensel Keep this recipe in your back pocket for the next time you host brunch or dinner for a crowd. It may look impressive, but it's super easy to prep. get the recipe 11 of 18 Sheet Pan Salmon With Potatoes and Broccolini Victor Protasio You'll be able to get this healthy recipe on the table in 30 minutes flat and have only one pan to wash. Now that's a weeknight dinner win. get the recipe 12 of 18 Salmon With Sautéed Cabbage and Bacon Fred Hardy Bacon, brown sugar, and mustard come together to add big flavor to this hearty dinner. Don't skip the sour cream schmeared onto the plate (although you could swap in plain Greek yogurt). It adds the perfect amount of tang. get the recipe 13 of 18 Everything Salmon Skewers With Sriracha Aioli Victor Protasio Putting everything bagel seasoning on salmon is nothing short of genius. Not only does it add flavor, but also a nutty crunch that will make this recipe one of your new go-to's. get the recipe 14 of 18 Skillet Hash Browns With Smoked Salmon Victor Protasio Talk about a wow-worthy brunch dish! Frozen shredded potatoes are the secret to getting it on the table quickly. For extra heft, top it with fried or poached eggs. get the recipe 15 of 18 Salmon Burgers With Pesto Cream Sauce Greg DuPree Raid your pantry and turn a few tins of flaky canned salmon into juicy, herb-infused burgers. You’ll go from hungry to happy in 20 minutes flat. get the recipe 16 of 18 One-Pan Salmon With Roasted Cabbage and Olive Vinaigrette If you haven't roasted cabbage before, prepare to have your mind blown. In the intense heat of the oven, the sweet side of cabbage comes out, making it the perfect complement to rich salmon. A punchy dressing made with olives and raisins ties it all together. get the recipe 30 Healthy Roasted Vegetable Recipes That Practically Cook Themselves 17 of 18 Salmon With Creamy Cucumber-Fennel Salad José Picayo Here's the simple secret to avoiding that unpleasant fishy smell when you're cooking seafood: use the oven. These flavorful salmon fillets bake in just 12 minutes and don't smell like anything other than delicious. get the recipe 18 of 18 Smoky Sheet Pan Salmon and Potatoes Caitlin Bensel While halved potatoes and spice-rubbed salmon fillets roast in the oven, you'll make a quick salsa of avocado, orange segments, and cilantro to spoon on top. The mixture adds a welcome freshness and sweetness to this mouthwatering one-pan recipe. get the recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit