23 Easy Salmon Dinners So Good, They'll Think You Hired a Chef

Dinner just got easier (and tastier!) with these 23 super easy salmon recipes! They are designed to impress, making it look like you hired a professional chef, but they are simple enough for anyone to prepare.

From classic baked salmon to creative dishes like salmon stir-fry and teriyaki salmon, you'll find a variety of flavors to satisfy every palate. Each recipe is crafted to bring out the rich, buttery taste of salmon, making dinner time a special occasion without the hassle.

Creamy Salmon Pasta

This Easy and Creamy Salmon Pasta features quickly seared salmon tossed in a creamy, smoky sauce along with your favorite pasta. This hearty and satisfying dish is loaded with flavor and comes together in no time. Creamy Salmon Pasta

Salmon Stir-Fry

Try this healthy salmon stir fry that's all done in just 20 minutes. Made with lots of veggies for a lighter stir fry with subtle flavors and a fresh touch from lime juice & fresh cilantro. Salmon Stir-Fry

Easy Puff Pastry Croissants with Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese

These croissants are very delicate and moist, with just enough crispiness that makes you want to keep eating. Puff Pastry Croissants with Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese

Creamy Salmon Soup

This Easy Salmon Soup makes a great weeknight meal. It's full of protein and healthy fat; it's creamy and so yummy. You'll be making it again! Creamy Salmon Soup

Cream Cheese Smoked Salmon Vol Au Vents

Whipped Cream Cheese, Mustard and Smoked Salmon carefully nested into a puff pastry shell create a decadent and mouthwatering French appetizer, perfect for your next get-together. These Smoked Salmon Vol Au Vents are seriously scrumptious. Cream Cheese Smoked Salmon Vol Au Vents

Seared Salmon with Browned Potatoes

Crispy Seared Salmon with lightly Browned Potatoes and Garlicky Green Beans make a quick and no-fuss weeknight meal you and your family will enjoy. Seared Salmon with Browned Potatoes

Smoked Salmon Nicoise Salad

Smoked Salmon Nicoise Salad is vibrant, festive and so delicious! It's a perfect summer recipe for dinner or when you have friends over and need to make something quick yet impressive. Smoked Salmon Nicoise Salad

Finnish Salmon Soup

Tired of baked salmon dishes? Try my Lohikeitto recipe - delicious and the easiest ever salmon soup that is so popular in Finland. Made in just under 40 minutes, this cozy and hearty fish soup is sure to warm you on chilly winter nights. Finnish Salmon Soup

Pistachio Crusted Salmon with Spinach Salad

This Pistachio Crusted Salmon is where healthy meets delicious. It's crunchy, flavorful with a delicious Spinach and Raisin Salad. This simple 20-minute recipe makes an easy and quick weeknight meal. Pistachio Crusted Salmon with Spinach and Raisin

Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Air fryer salmon bites take only 15 minutes to prepare, offering a quick and delicious meal option. The blend of simple ingredients with fresh fish ensures a consistently fantastic result, ideal for a no-fuss weeknight dinner or a speedy, refreshing, healthy lunch. Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Sheet Pan Salmon Oreganata

This Sheet Pan Salmon Oreganata with Green Beans and Potatoes is a quick, healthy, and satisfying dinner. Everyone will love the flaky, crispy coating and zesty flavors; this easy-baked salmon recipe is bound to become a new family favorite. Sheet Pan Salmon Oreganata

Salmon Burgers

These Salmon Burgers are super quick to make, easy enough for a work night dinner, but special enough for guests. Fresh salmon is combined with tangy capers, scallions, mustard, and lemon juice; you can prep the patties in under 10 minutes. Serve on a bed of greens, as we did here, or if you like a more classic burger presentation you can use a bun. Get the recipe for Salmon Burgers

One-Pot Greek Salmon with Feta & Peppers

We eat salmon every week, but sometimes we are pressed for time. Pull out a large skillet and this dish with feta cheese and bell peppers is simple, elegant and delicious. Get the recipe for One-Pot Greek Salmon with Feta & Peppers

Instant Pot Glazed Salmon

This Glaze salmon have an Asian flavor and is a great option for a healthy dinner. Instant Pot Glazed Salmon

Teriyaki Salmon

This easy Teriyaki Salmon recipe is flavorful, tender, and absolutely delicious. The 5-ingredient homemade teriyaki sauce makes this easy meal a family favorite and the whole dish comes together in under 45 minutes. Pair it with your favorite side for a healthy and hearty meal the whole family will love. Teriyaki Salmon

Miso Lime Glazed Salmon

This easy Miso Lime Glazed Salmon dish is super-quick to make, thanks to a 5-ingredient glaze: White miso, White wine, brown sugar, fresh ginger, and limes zest come together for umami-packed marinade for heart healthy salmon. Miso Lime Glazed Salmon

Salmon Creme Fraiche Pasta

Done in 15 minutes & crazy delicious this salmon crème fraîche pasta with lemon and chives is a true weeknight winner. Made with fresh or frozen salmon, crème fraîche makes it a bit lighter - for a summery pasta you'll love having year round. Salmon Creme Fraiche Pasta

Air Fryer Salmon Recipe

This air fryer salmon is made simply with a few key ingredients that produce mouth-watering results. It’s crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside in just 10 minutes! Air Fryer Salmon Recipe

Smoked Salmon Pasta

Get ready to wow your dinner table with this simple yet impressive Smoked Salmon Pasta! Smooth cream sauce, soft linguine, and tasty smoked salmon make this dish a real winner, and can be ready in about 20 minutes. Smoked Salmon Pasta

Honey Sriracha Salmon

This Honey Sriracha Salmon is sweet, spicy, and comes together with just a few ingredients and under 30 minutes, so you can make it anytime the craving hits! Honey Sriracha Salmon

Baked Salmon with Mayonnaise

This easy baked salmon with mayonnaise comes together in just a few minutes using simple ingredients! Deliciously flaky and perfect for busy weeknights. Baked Salmon with Mayonnaise

Cedar Planked Salmon with Maple Mustard Glaze

This grilled cedar planked salmon with maple mustard glaze is a light and flavorful recipe that has only 10 ingredients and takes less than 30 minutes to prepare. Serve it with a bright peach and tomato salsa to add a tangy, sweet accompaniment to the smoky, buttery salmon. Cedar Planked Salmon with Maple Mustard Glaze

Lemon Salmon Recipe

Lemon matches the salmon’s flavor, and the seasonings and butter are a welcome addition. High in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, this is a delicious way to get more fish into your diet. It’s delicious when paired with rice pilaf and vegetables. This is essentially a garlic butter salmon, and you won’t regret making it. Lemon Salmon Recipe