Our Best Salmon Recipes That Will Melt In Your Mouth | Canadian Living (2024)

Flavourful fish and loads of fresh veggies make this simple dish the perfect spring meal.

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If your grill has a smoker pan or insert, follow the manufacturer's instructions rather than using the foil packet described below. To give the fish a stronger, more pleasing smoke flavour, we used hickory wood chips.

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A refreshing alternative to beef burgers, this salmon version is flavoured with tangy lemon juice and grainy mustard. For an even lighter dish, replace the sour cream with Greek yogurt.

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What's for Dinner? Baked Salmon with Chili Vinaigrette on the table in 25 minutes. Delicious and nutritious weeknight meal the whole family will enjoy.

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This feel-gooddinner is packed with nutritious ingredients—salmon! zucchini! tomatoes!—andcan be on the table in just 30 minutes.

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Everyone has a favourite go-to macaroni casserole, but this Salmon Cheddaroni from our archives might just become your new weeknight comfort meal. An easy bread-crumb topping creates a crispy crust, making every bite as tasty as the last. Serve with steamed vegetables.

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These Salmon Cakes also make great bite-size party appetizers—just halve each cake and round the cut edge. Bake in 500°F oven, turning halfway through, for 10 minutes. Top each with a dollop of Spicy Tartar Sauce and sliced green onion.

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An elegant beurre blanc—scented with orange zest and fresh thyme—is divine on both the crisp-crusted potatoes and the meaty salmon. Serve with steamed Broccolini for a stunning meal that's ready in well under an hour.

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This lightened-up potato salad is dressed with a flavourful mustard-based vinaigrette instead of mayonnaise. Mixed with flaked salmon and topped with eggs, it's wonderful warm but just as good as a cold lunch the next day.

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Savour the citrusy flavour of this baked salmon, gnocchi and broccoli dinner that you can cook all on one baking sheet. Dish duty has never been simpler!

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A zesty mayo adds zip to these moist, mouthwatering cakes. You can use canned tuna, shrimp, crab or 1-3/4 cups flaked cooked fish instead of the salmon.

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Fish sauce has a strong taste that mellows slightly as it cooks. If you're not used to it, add it in small quantities, until desired flavour is achieved.

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A simple mustard vinaigrette is all you need to amp up the fresh flavour of salmon. Currants add a touch of sweetness to the Swiss chard, but you can also use dried cranberries for an extra pop of colour. Chard stems are denser than the leaves, so be sure to cook them for longer.

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A handful of stellar ingredients pack a lot of flavour into this heart-healthy weeknight meal. Serve the dish alongside steamed mini potatoes tossed with olive oil and fresh garden herbs.

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The combination of sweet orange, savoury salmon and fresh herbs makes this pasta salad a tasty, healthful option. If you like, serve smaller portions as a side dish at your next gathering.

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Bursting with fresh flavours and bright colours, this summery main is a shoo-in for weeknight entertaining. Toast the couscous before cooking for a nice nutty flavour.

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This updated take on colcannon gets a nutrient boost from kale and substitutes less-starchy cauliflower for some of the traditional white potato. We've used a food processor to create a superfine purée, but you can use a food mill for an even smoother texture.

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This French style of cooking uses parchment paper packets to steam fish, vegetables or shellfish, locking in the flavours and juices. You can eat right out of the packet.

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Salmon is an excellent source of vitamin D and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Opt for wild Alaskan or closed-containment farmed salmon, which are the most sustainable choices.

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Golden, curry-scented kedgeree is a British dish traditionally made with smoked fish and basmati rice. We've borrowed a lot of the same flavours, added some healthful ingredients like kale, and taken a few shortcuts so you can create this dish in only 30 minutes, with minimal effort.

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A few fresh ingredients and a bit of flaky salmon give leftover mashed potatoes a tasty new lease on life. Depending on how salty your mashed potatoes are, you might want to add an extra pinch of salt. Serve with a simple green salad for a light lunch or dinner.

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Crisp asparagus pairs beautifully with salmon in this one pan wonder, which is fitting for a weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering.

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Miso paste brings a heady hit of umami to any dish; combined with the rich flavour of salmon, it'll hit dinner out of the park. Use a wide spatula to release the delicate fish from the grill and a pair of tongs to gently turn it. Serve with a bed of ourCold Soba Noodle Saladfor a delicious dish.

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Make an impression with this one-pan Mediterranean salmon dinner that's perfectly light and healthy.

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Everything that's great about sushi, but in a nutrient-packed bowl.

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These waffles make agreat dish for any brunch. Using store-bought hash browns saves you from peeling and shredding potatoes by hand. Mix and match Scandi-inspired toppings for a simple assembly that will impress guests.

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