To complement last week’s post on salmon, here are 21 salmon seasonings to spice up your meals.
If you missed last week’s post, we talked through these common questions:
Why is salmon healthy for me?
What is the healthiest salmon to eat: farmed or wild-caught? And doesn’t it have a lot of mercury?
Should I eat the skin?
What’s the healthiest way to cook salmon? And how can I tell when it’s done?
You can read the answers to these questions here.
Now back to those salmon seasonings…
Here are the 6 groups of seasonings you’ll find below:
Basic Seasonings
Garlic-Infused Seasonings
More-on-the-Spicy-Side Seasonings
Tasty Glaze-Based Seasonings
Italian Crusted or Stuffed Seasonings
Fresh Salsa Seasonings
Note: when the number of ingredients is mentioned below, the number does not include salmon, salt, or pepper
Basic Seasonings
Super Simple Salmon
Angela on AllRecipes has posted a very simple and very popular salmon seasoning. This recipe needs only 4 ingredients that you’ll probably already have in your pantry. Sometimes the most simple recipes are the tastiest, so be sure to try this one out!
Total Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes
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The Best Salmon Marinade
Rachel over at Stay at Home Chef has put together a very tasty marinade for salmon. This salmon seasoning combines soy sauce, honey, orange juice and red pepper flakes to make a powerful flavoring. You won’t regret trying this one!
Total Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes
Go to The Best Salmon Marinade Recipe
Oven Baked Salmon
Imma from Immaculate Bites has a great basic yet flavorful salmon seasoning you have to check out! This recipe is great for when you have a busy week and need a quick recipe for salmon. Throw some roasted veggies on the same pan with the salmon and you got yourself an easy dinner.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes
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Garlic-Infused Seasonings
The Easiest Honey Garlic Salmon
Kaleigh from Lively Table never disappoints with her recipes. Here is an easy salmon seasoning that is slightly on the sweet side (but not too sweet). This one uses only 2 ingredients, so you definitely have to try this one!
If you decide to try this one out, check out Kaleigh’s other salmon seasonings in the related posts section below this post.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes
Go to The Easiest Honey Garlic Salmon Recipe
Garlic Butter Baked Salmon in Foil
Marzia over at Little Spice Jar has a great garlic butter salmon recipe. This recipe is similar to the oven-baked seasoning above, but this one is more on the Italian side. So, if you don’t have a lot of time but want a flavorful salmon seasoning, check this one out!
If you decide to try this one out, check out Marzia’s other salmon recipes in the related posts section below this post.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes
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Easy Lemon Garlic Herb Crusted Baked Whole 30 Salmon
Rebecca from My Natural Family has a Paleo, Whole 30 salmon seasoning that uses only 5 ingredients. If you like dill but haven’t tried it on salmon yet, you should check out this recipe. The recipe is simple and easy, and it gives the salmon a refreshing flavor.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes
Go to Easy Lemon Garlic Herb Crusted Baked Whole 30 Salmon Recipe
More-on-the-Spicy-Side Seasonings
Blackened Sweet and Spicy Salmon
Katie over at Healing Whole Nutrition has put together a delicious sweet and spicy salmon seasoning. The chili powder paired with honey and sugar is a great balance. This recipe will rank amongst your favorites.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes
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Cilantro and Lime Salmon
If you like cilantro with lime, this one is for you! Kevin from Closet Cooking has created a tasty salmon seasoning that you can make easily during the week. This recipe uses fresh ingredients and you can even add a little jalapeño to spice it up even more.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes
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Cajun Salmon
To all the Cajun lovers out there, here’s a salmon seasoning that you will love! Lisa from Creole Contessa has put together a blend of spices to give the salmon a Cajun kick. If you love lots of spices, don’t miss out on this recipe.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 17 minutes
Thai Salmon in Foil
If you like oriental flavors, then check out this Thai salmon seasoning. Sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, ginger, Sriracha, and peanuts come together to make a bold flavor you won’t soon forget. When you’re feeling adventurous and bold, try this recipe out!
Total Prep and Cook Time: 30 minutes
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Tasty Glaze-Based Seasonings
Honey Mustard Salmon in Foil
Ali over at Gimme Some Oven has some incredible recipes, and her honey mustard salmon doesn’t disappoint. This recipe takes a little more work than the others to make the honey mustard sauce. But it’s totally worth it!
Total Prep and Cook Time: 18 minutes
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Balsamic Glazed Salmon
Jaclyn from Cooking Classy has put together a creative and flavorful salmon seasoning. Who would’ve thought balsamic vinegar and Dijon mustard would taste good together? Not me, but I’m thankful for Cooking Classy for creating this delicious seasoning!
Total Prep and Cook Time: 30 minutes
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Orange Glazed Salmon with Rosemary
Here’s another creative and flavorful salmon seasoning from Jaclyn at Cooking Classy. Instead of Balsamic vinegar, this recipe combines honey and orange juice to make a delicious glaze and sauce. Try out this zesty orange twist on salmon when you’re having a sweet citrus craving.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes
Go to Orange Glazed Salmon with Rosemary Recipe
Italian Crusted or Stuffed Seasonings
Feta and Herb Crusted Salmon
Kathi over at Laughing Spatula has a delicious recipe for feta and herb crusted salmon. This simple 4-ingredient recipe is so easy to put together during a busy week. If you like chicken parmesan, you have to try out this crusted salmon.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes
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Parmesan Pesto Baked Salmon
Here’s a simple 3-ingredient salmon seasoning for all the pesto lovers out there. This salmon recipe by Lisa from Garlic and Zest is also like chicken parmesan but with a touch of pesto. The pesto makes this dish an easy favorite.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes
Go to Parmesan Pesto Baked Salmon Recipe
Creamy Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Stuffed Salmon
If you’re bored with salmon seasonings, try stuffing salmon like Lyuba from Will Cook for Smiles. This salmon recipe combines spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and cream cheese to make a simple and tasty stuffing. If you love sun-dried tomatoes, try this recipe out!
Total Prep and Cook Time: 30 minutes
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Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon in Garlic Butter
Another stuffed salmon recipe, this one by Karina at Café Delites has a spinach dip for the stuffing. If you try this one out, make sure you try the garlic butter sauce with it. You won’t regret it!
Total Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes
Go to Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon in Garlic Butter Recipe
Fresh Salsa Seasonings
Grilled Salmon Recipe with Mint Mango Salsa
Pairing salmon with fresh salsa is a great way to spice up your salmon. Suzi from the Mediterranean Dish has created a spice-full salmon recipe that will rock your taste buds. The mint mango salsa is refreshing and complements the Mediterranean salmon very well.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 30 minutes
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Balsamic Glazed Salmon with Strawberry Salsa
Strawberry lovers, look out for this salmon recipe by Jessie from Life as a Strawberry! The strawberry salsa is so delicious and goes well with the balsamic-flavored salmon. If you want a simple, refreshing and healthy salmon recipe, this one’s for you.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes
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Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa
Becky over at the Cookie Rookie has created a recipe for grilled salmon topped with avocado salsa. Avocado salsa (or Guacamole) is always a great addition to a meal! Plus, this simple and healthy recipe is Whole 30-approved.
Total Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes
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Chili Lime Salmon with Pineapple Salsa
Here’s a colorful and flavorful salmon recipe that will surely fire up your taste buds. Krista from Joyful Healthy Eats has created this Paleo-friendly salmon recipe. If you’re feeling up to pineapple salsa, I highly recommend this one!
Total Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes
Go to Chili Lime Salmon with Pineapple Salsa Recipe
You’ve made it to the end of all of the Salmon Seasonings!
Did you see a recipe you want to try? Did I miss a favorite salmon seasoning of yours?
Let me know in the comments below!