Salmon patties, baked salmon and teriyaki poke bowls that’ll have you hooked
Make life easy with a smorgasbord of salmon recipes to add to your weekly meal plan. Learn how to make salmon pasta, patties, skewers and poke bowls. Using fresh, canned and smoked salmon these recipes will have you chargrilling, baking and pan-frying to make the most of the pink-fleshed fish. Read on to discover the many ways to enjoy this ever-versatile catch.
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Fish and veggie bites
Everyone will be asking for seconds when you make these fried fish and veggie bites – the crunchy texture makes them so moreish. Fresh salmon, peas and mashed sweet potato make up the patty mixture for a well-rounded dish. As for leftovers, both cooked bites and raw mixture are freezer friendly.
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Teriyaki salmon poke bowl
Salmon and teriyaki flavours go hand in hand. This poke bowl recipe is everything you’d expect: fresh, colourful and delicious, thanks to baked Asian-style salmon, fresh avocado and brown rice. You can customise the raw veg to your liking.
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Miso salmon and veggie traybake
Whip up your salmon and veggies in a new way with this easy traybake. Make an umami marinade with miso, mirin and ginger; bake and you’re ready to eat in less than half an hour. Plus, you’ll get some veg in with sweet potato and broccolini.
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Almond crusted salmon bites with sweet potato fries
For a winning weeknight meal, you can’t go past crumbed fish and chips. This kid-friendly recipe puts a twist on the classic in three ways: salmon fillets are cut into bite-sized portions for a quick cook time, everything is baked not fried, and the chips are the sweet potato variety. Dig in!
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Smoked salmon and smashed avocado with herb yoghurt
Add this café-style smoked salmon and smashed avo dish to your weekly meal plan. It can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch or in between. Plus, it’s high in protein thanks to the salmon and yoghurt, and ready in just 15 minutes. Don’t forget a squeeze of lemon!
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Smoked salmon and leek tart
Master the art of tarts with this smoked salmon and leek quiche. This recipe calls for ingredients you’ll likely have in your fridge already and makes for a delicious alternative to pan-fried salmon. It works as well on a picnic as it does a mid-week meal.
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Air-fryer salmon with teriyaki glaze
Air fryers aren’t just for fried food. This recipe proves you can create teriyaki salmon that’s crisp and caramelised, yet perfectly pink inside sans oven or frypan. Simply pair your salmon with rice and Asian-style salad for a zippy weeknight meal. Who could say no?
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Smoked salmon salad
This smoked salmon salad is ultra-refreshing and perfect for picnics or alfresco gatherings alike. With just 15 minutes of prep time, lunch is ready in a dash. Finish with a drizzle of aioli and a slice of rye toast. It’s sure to please the whole family.
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Dukkah-crusted salmon with brussels sprouts salad
Put an Egyptian-inspired twist on salmon night with pistachio dukkah — or your preferred blend. The result? Crunchy yet tender salmon fillets that are a level up on regular pan-frying. Finish with a fresh and vibrant brussel sprout and apple salad.
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Crispy salmon potato cakes
Crispy salmon potato cakes could be your new favourite way to enjoy this pink-hued fish. The patties are perfectly golden, and, not to mention, the salmon-mash combo is a match made. Round off your meal with peas, salad and lemon wedges.
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Salmon with braised lettuce and peas
Master perfectly flaky salmon with this recipe: pan fry your fillet for 6-9 minutes depending on your preferred doneness, braise your lettuce, prepare your rice and you’ll have a satisfying meal in a pinch. Just 25 minutes will do the trick.
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Salmon finger sandwiches
Salmon is oh so versatile. This canapé recipe works well for high tea, parties and picnics – no cutlery required. Layers of zesty, herbed cream cheese and smoked salmon sit atop rye toasts for an easy-to-make, impressive result. Arrange on a platter, and serve with thinly sliced cucumber, red onion, dill and, if you’re feeling fancy, caviar.
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Salmon and zucchini skewers
This speedy salmon recipe has three steps: season your salmon, thread your skewers and chargrill. Dinner is done in just 25 minutes. Only have wooden skewers handy? Simply soak them in water before you start to keep them from burning. Dollop over tzatziki to finish it all off.
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Smoked salmon and spring vegetable spaghetti
This collection of recipes wouldn’t be complete without salmon pasta. While the name calls out spring veg, this recipe is delicious year-round by swapping in whichever greens are in season. Take smoked salmon, spaghetti, greens and ricotta, and you have a crowd-pleasing weeknight dish.
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Smoked salmon and asparagus tarts
This four-step recipe takes what you love about salmon and turns it into a tart worthy of showing off. Smoked salmon meets vibrant asparagus and sesame-crusted puff pastry; it’s simple yet sure to be a standout. Add it to your baking repertoire today.
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Crispy skin salmon with lemon and caper butter sauce
With the richness of caper butter sauce and the tang of citrus, this crispy-skin salmon recipe is bound to be a new favourite. All you need is 25 minutes in the kitchen. It’s one more reason to opt for this flaky pink-fleshed fish with the skin on.
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Prosciutto-wrapped salmon with quinoa
This isn’t your average pan-fried fish recipe. Our prosciutto-wrapped salmon version is sure to wow everyone at the table. While presentation makes it feel oh so fancy, this recipe is easy and affordable enough to have on a weekly rotation.
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Salmon and spring vegetable quiche
Warmer seasons bring the promise of picnics, and with it comes a need for tasty shared plates like quiche, frittata or savoury tarts. This salmon quiche takes the fuss out of what to bring, with spring veg and perfectly pink fish encased in shortcut pastry – and it’s a great way to use leftover veg. Discover more quiche recipes here.
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Barley and quinoa salad with smoked salmon
On sweltering days, lunch doesn’t get better than a vibrant salad. This smoked salmon salad is a feast for the eyes and the stomach. Simply combine the salmon with horseradish cream, beetroot, lemon, avocado and quinoa, and delight in the balance between earthy-citrusy-smoked flavours.
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Baked salmon with almond and olive pesto
Homemade pesto elevates just about everything, and using it in this simple baked salmon recipe is no exception. It’s the perfect ratio of zesty and fresh and has minimal ingredients and steps so you can zip in and out of the kitchen in under half an hour.
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Salmon patties
These salmon patties are one of the easiest recipes on the list. Canned salmon, dill and potato combine with flour, egg and breadcrumbs for a meal that’s quick, affordable and delicious. Just over 15 minutes is all it takes. Plus, you can put any leftover mash to good use.