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Healthy Salmon Recipes: Quick, Delicious & Family-Friendly

1 20-Minute Lemon Garlic Sheet Pan Salmon

Discover healthy salmon recipes perfect for busy weeknights and picky eaters! From 20-minute sheet-pan dinners to meal-prep-friendly salmon bowls, these easy and nutritious meals will have your family asking for seconds.

Ingredients

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20-Minute Lemon Garlic Sheet Pan Salmon (Serves 4):

  • 4 salmon fillets (skin-on)
  • 1 lb baby potatoes (halved)
  • 1 bunch asparagus (woody ends trimmed)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
  • 2 lemons (1 sliced, 1 juiced)
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Sweet & Smoky Grilled Salmon Skewers (Serves 4):

  • 1 lb salmon (cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Bell peppers, red onion, pineapple chunks (for skewers)

Salmon Power Bowls (Meal Prep – 4 servings):

  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 2 cups flaked baked salmon
  • 1 cup roasted sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup sautéed zucchini
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • Sesame seeds, pickled ginger (for garnish)
  • Tahini dressing (2 tbsp tahini, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp maple syrup, water to thin)

Freezer-Friendly Salmon Patties (Makes 6):

  • 2 cups cooked salmon (fresh or canned)
  • 1/2 cup almond flour or breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg or flax egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup red onion (minced)

Instructions

  1. Lemon Garlic Sheet Pan Salmon:
    • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a sheet pan with foil.
    • Toss potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 10 minutes.
    • Add salmon and asparagus to the pan. Drizzle with remaining olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and paprika.
    • Bake for 12–15 minutes until salmon flakes easily. Garnish with lemon slices.
  2. Sweet & Smoky Grilled Salmon Skewers:
    • Mix marinade ingredients. Toss with salmon cubes and marinate for 30 minutes.
    • Thread salmon and veggies onto skewers. Grill over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side.
    • Serve with cilantro-lime rice or a watermelon-feta salad.
  3. Salmon Power Bowls (Meal Prep):
    • Layer quinoa, flaked salmon, roasted veggies, and avocado in containers.
    • Garnish with sesame seeds and pickled ginger. Keep dressing separate until serving.
  4. Freezer-Friendly Salmon Patties:
    • Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Form into patties.
    • Freeze on parchment-lined tray, then transfer to a freezer bag.
    • To cook: Air-fry at 400°F for 10 minutes or pan-fry until golden.

Notes

Use MSC-certified or wild-caught salmon for sustainability. For picky eaters, sweet glazes like honey-soy work wonders. Don’t overcook—salmon is done at 145°F and flakes easily with a fork. Swap veggies based on what’s in season for variety.

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