14 Salmon Recipes That Are Anything But Boring

By Elisabeth Sherman
Updated July 16, 2018
Credit: Ditte Isager
When something is as healthy, reliable and easy to prepare as salmon is, it’s easy to fall into a rut with the same, basic recipes. But it’s such a great canvas for so many flavors, and holds up to a number of cooking methods, so there’s no reason to resign yourself to the same, old boring approach. Here are 14 salmon recipes that give everyone’s favorite fish the respect it deserves.
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5 Salmon Recipes That Are Anything But Boring

Here are 5 salmon recipes that give everyone’s favorite fish the respect it deserves.

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Chipotle-Rubbed Salmon Tacos

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These salmon tacos are topped with a juicy, crispy, tangy apple-cucumber salsa.

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Honey-Mustard-Glazed Salmon Steaks

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Any time a novice cook asks Jamie Bissonnette for a simple recipe, he gives them this soy-honey-mustard sauce, and once you try it, you’ll see why.

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Barbecued Salmon with Green Mango Salad

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Barbecued salmon fillets find a winning companion in this fresh, bright green mango salad.

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Salmon Sandwiches with Bacon and Apple-Horseradish Mayo

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Mayonnaise spiked with Granny Smith apple and jarred horseradish is the secret to these salmon sandwiches, which make the perfect weekend lunch.

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Salmon Club Sandwiches

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Elevate the traditional club sandwich by adding salmon grilled in a lightly sweet, tangy tamarind sauce.

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Tandoori Salmon

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Seasoned with Indian spices and wrapped in naan, this succulent salmon sandwich topped with cilantro goes great with a fresh (and healthy) cucumber salad.

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Pan-Fried Salmon Burgers with Cabbage Slaw and Avocado Aioli

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This decadent burger is both moist and spicy thanks to cabbage slaw and avocado aioli.

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Salmon Yakitori

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The soy sauce, mirin, and brown sugar glaze here caramelize on the salmon for a crispy texture, and sweet and salty flavor.

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Farfalle with Creamy Smoked Salmon and Vodka Sauce

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Add smoked salmon and a creamy vodka sauce to farfalle pasta, for a simple, satisfying dinner dish that only takes 30 minutes to make.

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Pasta with Salmon Caviar

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Take your weeknight pasta game to the next level with this luxurious pasta dish, where juicy salmon eggs add a delicate crunch.

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Mini Smoked-Salmon Croque-Monsieur

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Forget the cheese plate at your next party. Try these easy-to-snack-on sandwiches, which use a creamy chive-flecked smoked salmon in place of béchamel.

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Smoked Salmon Toasts with Mustard Butter

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This indulgent snack would fit in perfectly at a picnic or potluck. Sour cream or cream cheese may be the usual spread with salty smoked salmon, but chef David Tanis thinks softened butter makes a tasty alternative.

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Salmon Fried Rice with Carrots and Cabbage

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Here’s one unusual way to use your leftover salmon: Combine it with vegetables to make a hearty fried rice dish for dinner.

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Herbed Salmon Tartare with Chips

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This is a great tartare for people who aren’t sure if they like raw fish, since it combines both fresh and hot-smoked salmon, which, along with cucumber, cornichon and crème fraîche, give it an appealing range of textures.

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