13 Easy Salmon Dinners For Fresh Or Frozen Filets

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Salmon is delicious and healthy, and a fantastic addition to anyone’s healthy eating plan. Salmon is versatile and can often be served for special occasions, but it’s perfect for the average weeknight dinner, too. Here are thirteen tasty and easy salmon dinners that use either fresh or frozen filets.

1. Mediterranean Salmon Soup

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When you are looking for a flavorful, and super easy salmon dinner you can’t beat this Mediterranean salmon soup . Made with frozen salmon, and a handful of simple ingredients this meal will be ready for the table in no time. Serve it piping hot with a side of garlic bread and dinner is done.

2. Teriyaki Salmon

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If you love teriyaki dishes, you have to try this Teriyaki salmon. It’s a simple recipe that packs a flavorful punch. Serve with a side of rice and some veggies, or pack it up as part of a sandwich or wrap for lunch or dinner.

3. Pumpkin Seed Crusted Salmon

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Pumpkin seed crusted salmon is a delicious combination that delivers on Omega-3 fatty acids in a big way. It’s delicious, nutritious, and pairs well with any number of different side dishes from a baked potato to some rice or steamed veggies. This is a recipe you don’t want to miss out on.

4. Lemon Salmon

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Lemon salmon is a very simple dish that tastes like a gourmet meal. With minimal ingredients, you can make this wonderful recipe with what you probably already have in your kitchen. Enjoy it with a side of rice and veggies to serve it over lettuce greens for lunch or dinner.

5. Sheet Pan Hawaiian Salmon

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Sheet pan Hawaiian salmon is a sweet and savory dish that will take you back to the islands. Serve with some rice and a side of asparagus to round out the meal. A green salad would work well here too. This is a refreshing and satisfying meal you’ll make again and again.

6. Hot Coal Roasted Garlic Rosemary Salmon

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If you are lucky enough to cook outside on a coal-lit grill or campfire, try this hot coal roasted garlic rosemary salmon. It’s a great option for outdoor cooking, even on a chilly evening, and you can enjoy it flaked and added to a salad or as it is with your favorite side dishes.

7. Baked Salmon With Roasted Garlic Lemon Sauce

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Baked salmon with roasted garlic lemon sauce is not for the faint of heart. This recipe uses a full head of garlic. It’s delicious, but make sure you don’t have to talk to anybody the next day. This is truly a recipe for garlic lovers.

8. Air Fryer Salmon Bites With Teriyaki Sauce

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Air fryer salmon bites with teriyaki sauce are a delicious option for lunch or dinner. They are a fun recipe to make and are super simple to eat with your hands or some chopsticks. Serve with veggies and some rice and maybe a nice bowl of soup.

9. Sweet Bourbon Salmon

Closeup of a sweet bourbon salmon filet on a plate with roasted sweet potato chunks.
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Sweet bourbon salmon is that dish you shouldn’t pass up. Served with some roasted butternut squash or sweet potatoes, this is a true comfort meal. It’s hearty, filling, and tastes absolutely delicious. Don’t let this one pass you by.

10. Salmon Patties

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Salmon patties are similar to tuna patties. They are flaked bits of fish with seasoning that get fried into patties. They make a great lunch or dinner, and leftovers never go uneaten. They are great as sandwiches or served as a main course with any of your favorite sides.

11. Salmon Stew

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If you want to try something unique and delicious, try this salmon stew. It’s a wonderfully comforting meal when you need one and goes great with a multitude of sides. Serve this with a green salad and some bread for a delicious and well-rounded meal.

12. Mango Salsa Salmon

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Dress up a basic salmon recipe with this sweet and spicy mango salsa salmon. It’s light, refreshing, and comes together in less than 20 minutes. It’s great served over rice with a green salad on the side. Some crunchy garlic bread would go well here too.

13. Salmon Soup

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This delicious and filling salmon soup is made with potatoes, fennel, and carrots. It’s a hearty, creamy soup that makes a wonderful, warming meal on a chilly evening. Pair it with a side of crunchy garlic bread and a green side salad to round out the meal.

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Author: Tiffany McCauley

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Tiffany McCauley is a nationally syndicated journalist and an award-winning cookbook author and food blogger. She has been featured on MSN, Huffington Post, Country Living Magazine, HealthLine, Redbook, and many more. Her food specialty is healthy comfort food recipes.

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