52 Fantastic Ways to Cook Salmon Fillets

Updated by Melissa Girimonte on May 22, 2018

Rich in omega-3s and protein, salmon fillets are a healthy option for quick and flavourful weeknight meals. Whether grilled, pan-fried or roasted, this versatile fish will surprise and excite your taste buds. Here are some delicious dishes to get you started.

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Slow Roast Salmon with Cucumber Dill Salad

One of the reasons we love salmon is that it cooks super-fast, making dinner a breeze. But if you have a few minutes to spare, try your hand at this decadent new technique that delivers major salmon flavour, enhanced with a light and fresh dill salad. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-roasted-salmon-with-cucumber-dill-salad/19849/" target="_blank">Slow Roast Salmon with Cucumber Dill Salad</a>
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Salmon and Zucchini Sheet Pan Dinner

A complete meal that goes from the oven to your plate in 40 minutes, salmon, zucchini and tomatoes are baked on a sheet pan. Be sure to use parchment paper to make cleanup a breeze. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-and-zucchini-sheet-pan-dinner/21569/" target="_blank">Salmon and Zucchini Sheet Pan Dinner</a>
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Glazed Salmon Miso Soup Rice Bowl

Juicy glazed salmon adds flavour and protein to this umami-filled miso soup rice bowl that makes the perfect weekend lunch or quick-fix weeknight dinner. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/glazed-salmon-miso-soup-rice-bowl/19529/" target="_blank">Glazed Salmon Miso Soup Rice Bowl</a>
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Roasted Salmon Tacos

Flavourful roasted salmon fills your favourite tortillas for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Ina Garten tops them with a creamy avocado mixture and a fresh slaw. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-salmon-tacos/20405/" target="_blank">Ina Garten's Roasted Salmon Tacos</a>
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Sweet and Spicy Grilled Salmon

For this decadent-tasting salmon with a sweet-spicy Buffalo glaze, the skin gets caramelized and crisped on the grill as the sauce drips onto it. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sweet-and-spicy-grilled-salmon/18201/" target="_blank">Sweet and Spicy Grilled Salmon</a>
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Rose Lemon Caper Salmon

This light dish is topped with a citrus-scented rose wine sauce infused with capers, shallots, parsley and chives. Serve with dressed greens or your favourite side dish for an elegantly simple meal. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/rose-lemon-caper-salmon/20562/" target="_blank">Ayesha Curry’s Rose Lemon Caper Salmon</a>
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Grilled Salmon with Balsamic Onion Glaze

Flavours of fresh rosemary and balsamic vinegar are pronounced in this succulent salmon recipe by Anna Olson. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-salmon-with-balsamic-onion-glaze/9965/">Grilled Salmon with Balsamic Onion Glaze</a>
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Maple-Soy Glazed B.C. Salmon

Recreate this mouth-watering dish by <a href="http://www.sidecutwhistler.com/" target="_blank">Sidecut</a>, Four Seasons Whistler, featuring sweet, grilled salmon and sautéed vegetables, that's surprisingly easy to make. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/maple-soy-glazed-bc-salmon/14084/" target="_blank">Maple-Soy Glazed B.C. Salmon</a>
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Wheat Berry Bowl with Salmon and Miso Sauce

Hearty, healthy wheat berries can be made ahead and frozen for up to a month before serving. The salmon cooks up perfectly while you reheat the flavour-packed grains. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/wheat-berry-bowl-with-salmon-and-miso-sauce/19847/" target="_blank">Wheat Berry Bowl with Salmon and Miso Sauce</a>
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Nori Crusted Salmon

<a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/chopped-canada/">Chopped Canada</a> judge Roger Mooking serves up this Asian-inspired salmon with a homemade, spicy nori crust that gives this fish added texture and crunch. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/nori-crusted-salmon/9580/">Nori Crusted Salmon</a>
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Salmon and Veggie Grain Bowl

Ree Drummond combines salmon, avocado and farro for a burst of energy in a bowl. The components can be easily packed separately and assembled for lunch at the office, or served as dinner on those hectic evenings. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-and-veggie-grain-bowl/20513/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Salmon and Veggie Grain Bowl</a>
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Grilled Salmon Sandwiches

Complete with juicy, flaky salmon grilled to perfection and served in soft brioche rolls, it's the homemade sauce with mayo, sour cream, fresh herbs and capers that truly takes this sandwich to another level. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-salmon-sandwiches/16320/" target="_blank">Ina Garten's Grilled Salmon Sandwiches</a>
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Cilantro Lime Salmon

Made in a mere 16 minutes, Ree Drummond knocks this salmon dish out of the park. Coated in a honey-soy glaze and chopped cilantro, and served on a bed of rice, this flavour-packed recipe will do wonders for your weeknight repertoire. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cilantro-lime-salmon/18946/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman's Cilantro Lime Salmon</a>
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Salmon En Croute

Whether you're looking for a fancy solo dinner recipe or a real show-stopping dish for entertaining, this asparagus topped, pastry crusted salmon fillet simply can't be beat. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-en-croute/9064/" target="_blank">Laura Calder's Salmon En Croute</a>
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Salmon with Brown Sugar and Mustard Glaze

What could be better than a perfectly grilled salmon filet for dinner? A perfectly grilled piece of salmon glistening with this incomparable brown sugar and mustard glaze, that’s what. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-with-brown-sugar-and-mustard-glaze/15980/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Salmon with Brown Sugar and Mustard Glaze</a>
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Pan Rushed Salmon with Three Tomatoes

Juicy tomatoes add a sweet, tangy note to this quick and easy salmon recipe from Chef Michael Smith. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pan-rushed-salmon-with-three-tomatoes/12868/">Michael Smith's Pan Rushed Salmon with Three Tomatoes</a>
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Horseradish Grill-Roasted Salmon

This salmon by Anna Olson is roasted in what looks like a foil “canoe.” It has a bread crumb crust baked on top that holds in moisture and flavour. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/horseradish-grill-roasted-salmon/12550/">Anna Olson's Horseradish Grill-Roasted Salmon</a>
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Salmon in Parchment with Ginger, Soy and Enoki Mushrooms

Salmon steamed in individual parchment parcels really enhances the aroma and flavour of this gorgeous dish. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-in-parchment-with-ginger-soy-and-enoki-mushrooms/12819/">Anna Olson's Salmon in Parchment with Ginger, Soy and Enoki Mushrooms</a>
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Chinook Salmon with Chowder

A thick centre-cut salmon fillet set atop smoked salmon chowder: double yum! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chinook-salmon-with-smoked-salmon-leek-and-potato-chowder/13319/" target="_blank">Chinook Salmon with Chowder</a>
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Salmon Tikka

Fire up the grill and add some spice to your salmon! This recipe by Bal Anerson features chunks of salmon grilled, skewered and coated in an incredible Indian marinade. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-tikka/13065/">Salmon Tikka</a>
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Grilled Salmon with Sherry Vinegar-Honey Glaze and Spicy Tomato Relish

This sweet and spicy salmon would taste great with a fresh salad or some grilled vegetables. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-salmon-with-sherry-vinegar-honey-glaze-and-spicy-tomato-relish/15981/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Grilled Salmon with Sherry Vinegar-Honey Glaze and Spicy Tomato Relish</a>
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Grilled Salmon with Citrus Salsa Verde

This grilled salmon dish is topped with a fresh salsa verde made of citrus zests and tons of herbs, and is the clean and light answer to a speedy dinner you can feel good about. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-salmon-with-citrus-salsa-verde/10980/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Grilled Salmon with Citrus Salsa Verde</a>
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Grilled Salmon and Pineapple with Avocado Dressing

This dish screams summer, but there's no reason you can't enjoy salmon all year round! Plus, you won't be able to resist the creamy, garlicky avocado dressing to use on top of the perfectly grilled fish. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-salmon-and-pineapple-with-avocado-dressing/16042/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Grilled Salmon and Pineapple with Avocado Dressing</a>
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Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Lemon, Basil, and Salmon

A beautiful main ready in only 20 minutes? Something smells fishy...but that's just the salmon! Try this dish at your next family dinner and prepare to amaze. Get the recipe <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/whole-wheat-spaghetti-with-lemon-basil-and-salmon/15502/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Lemon, Basil, and Salmon</a>
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Salmon Baked in Foil

Make this no-fuss, low-cal dinner on those days when you can’t muster the energy to do much more than throw vegetables and fresh fish together, wrap it in foil and toss it in the oven. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-baked-in-foil/15441/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Salmon Baked in Foil</a>
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Miso-Ginger Marinated Grilled Salmon

Bring some Asian flair to your grill with this moist and delicious grilled salmon dish. Get the recipe <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/miso-ginger-marinated-grilled-salmon/15868/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Miso-Ginger Marinated Grilled Salmon </a>
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Roast Salmon with Florida Grapefruit and Quinoa Salad

Succulent salmon sits on a bed of fresh and fruity quinoa packed with grapefruit, carrots and jalapeños. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roast-salmon-with-florida-grapefruit-and-quinoa-salad/15284/" target="_blank">Lynn Crawford's Roast Salmon with Florida Grapefruit and Quinoa Salad</a>
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Salmon with Lentils

A flavourful lentil mixture is topped with a tender, juicy piece of salmon in this satisfying dinnertime meal. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-with-lentils/15421/" target="_blank">Ina Garten’s Salmon with Lentils</a>
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Traditional Poached Salmon

Preserve salmon’s light, delicate flavour by poaching it in lemony white wine sauce. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/traditional-poached-salmon/17762/" target="_blank">Nancy Fuller's Traditional Poached Salmon</a>
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Baked Salmon with Honey Mustard Sauce

Perfect if you're in a hurry but still want a fulfilling meal, this baked salmon dish is ready beginning to end in under half an hour. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/baked-salmon-with-honey-mustard-sauce/17074/" target="_blank">Valerie Bertinelli’s Baked Salmon with Honey Mustard Sauce</a>
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Orange and Five Spice Salmon on Couscous with Salad

Sweet and spicy fish and hearty couscous is a healthy dish that takes minutes to make. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/orange-and-five-spice-salmon-on-couscous-with-salad/7410/" target="_blank">Orange and Five Spice Salmon on Couscous with Salad</a>
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Salmon and Greens with Cumin Dressing

Succulent seared salmon filets are served with a fresh salad and boasting a homemade cumin dressing. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-and-greens-with-cumin-dressing/13083/" target="_blank">Salmon and Greens with Cumin Dressing</a>
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Pan-Fried Salmon with Green Goddess Tzatziki

Perfectly pan-fried salmon fillets are a thing of beauty, but pair them with a surprisingly healthy tzatziki (made with a base of Greek yogurt) and your guests will be begging for the recipe. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pan-fried-salmon-with-green-goddess-tzatziki/18240/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Pan-Fried Salmon with Green Goddess Tzatziki</a>
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Zucchini Noodles with Coconut Curry Salmon

Nutritious zucchini noodles are topped with a super easy, 3-ingredient coconut curry salmon in this flavourful weeknight meal. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/zucchini-noodles-with-coconut-curry-salmon/18121/" target="_blank">Zucchini Noodles with Coconut Curry Salmon</a>
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Blackened Salmon

This bold-coloured salmon is served with a smoky, crispy skin and tender, flaky inside, all ready in under 15 minutes. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/blackened-salmon/18106/" target="_blank">Alex Guarnaschelli's Blackened Salmon</a>
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Broiled Salmon with Herb Mustard Glaze

This simple broiled salmon is flavoured with an herb-infused mustard glaze and served simply with lemon wedges. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/broiled-salmon-with-herb-mustard-glaze/15471/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Broiled Salmon with Herb Mustard Glaze</a>
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Grilled Salmon with Morel Vinaigrette

Serve up an impressive lunch or dinner of succulent salmon fillets drizzled with a flavour-packed vinaigrette featuring morel mushrooms. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-salmon-with-morel-vinaigrette/16250/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Grilled Salmon with Morel Vinaigrette</a>
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Mustard-Maple Roasted Salmon

Cilantro adds a fresh note to this super simple salmon that you can prep ahead of time. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mustard-maple-roasted-salmon/18191/" target="_blank">Mustard-Maple Roasted Salmon</a>
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Grilled Salmon with Herb and Meyer Lemon Compound Butter

Herb and lemon compound butter infuses tons of flavour into this delectable grilled salmon, perfect for a weeknight meal or dinner party main. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-salmon-with-herb-and-meyer-lemon-compound-butter/16352/" target="_blank">Anne Burrell's Grilled Salmon with Herb and Meyer Lemon Compound Butter</a>
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Sesame Crusted Salmon with Roasted Pepper Salsa

Brighten up your plate any time of year with this sesame-crusted salmon served with roasted red pepper and cucumber salsa. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sesame-crusted-salmon-with-roasted-pepper-salsa/12820/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Sesame Crusted Salmon with Roasted Pepper Salsa</a>
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Spanish Baked Salmon

This Spanish-inspired salmon is baked surrounded by croutons, olives, peppers, spices and fresh herbs. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spanish-baked-salmon/18161/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman's Spanish Baked Salmon</a>
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Cornmeal Crusted Salmon with Basil Mussel Broth

Crispy cornmeal-crusted salmon fillets are served on top of perfectly cooked mussels in a white wine cream sauce. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cornmeal-crusted-salmon-with-basil-mussel-broth/5763/" target="_blank">Michael Smith's Cornmeal Crusted Salmon with Basil Mussel Broth</a>
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Heirloom Tomato and Grilled Corn Panzanella with Salmon

Bursting with fresh flavours and pops of colour, this rich, tender salmon salad is packed with chopped tomatoes, corn kernels and chewy Tuscan bread. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/heirloom-tomato-and-grilled-corn-panzanella-with-salmon/18249/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Heirloom Tomato and Grilled Corn Panzanella with Salmon</a>
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Pan-Roasted Salmon with Fennel Purée

A silky, smooth fennel purée is the base of this impressive dish that boasts crisp-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside salmon fillets topped with fennel fronds, parsley and crispy capers. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pan-roasted-salmon-with-fennel-puree/18236/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Pan-Roasted Salmon with Fennel Purée </a>
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Poached Salmon with Basil Mousseline

With the classic version served on non other than the Titanic's 1st class menu, Anna Olson's simple yet elegant poached salmon is topped with diced red pepper, and served alongside a silky, creamy basil mousseline sauce. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/poached-salmon-with-basil-mousseline/9991/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Poached Salmon with Basil Mousseline</a>
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Maple Glazed Salmon Fillets with Bacon Barley, Swiss Chard and Maple Bacon

Sweet, sticky maple syrup creates a deliciously sticky glaze for delicate salmon that's served on a bed of hearty bacon-filled barley. Still craving more maple-bacon flavour? The whole thing is topped with candied bacon, cooked in syrup until sweet and crispy. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/maple-glazed-salmon-fillets-with-bacon-barley-swiss-chard-and-maple-bacon/9180/" target="_blank">Maple Glazed Salmon Fillets with Bacon Barley, Swiss Chard and Maple Bacon</a>
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Honey Soy Grilled Salmon with Edamame

By stuffing a mixture of fresh herbs into the fillets, the fish is infused with bright, delicious flavours. Serve with shelled edamame and a lime wedge for a hit of citrus. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/honey-soy-grilled-salmon-with-edamame/18447/" target="_blank">Honey Soy Grilled Salmon with Edamame</a>
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Parmesan Fish Sticks

Baked not fried, these salmon fish sticks are coated in bread crumbs and Parmesan for a crispy, salty exterior. Serve with Giada's tangy dipping sauce or try your hand at some homemade tartar. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/parmesan-fish-sticks/19527/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Parmesan Fish Sticks</a>
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20-Minute Hoisin Skillet Salmon

Salmon and broccoli tossed in a simple mixture of hoisin sauce, red pepper flakes and garlic, this one-pot, 20-minute complete meal is a nutritious weeknight dinner. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/20-minute-hoisin-skillet-salmon/19526/" target="_blank">20-Minute Hoisin Skillet Salmon</a>
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Balsamic-Glazed Salmon

Simply baked with olive oil, kosher salt and pepper, these flaky salmon fillets are topped with a thick, syrupy balsamic glaze you'll want to put on everything. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/balsamic-glazed-salmon/19528/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Balsamic-Glazed Salmon</a>
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Salmon with Maple-Dijon Glaze

Nancy takes wild salmon fillets and coats them in a glaze made with sweet maple syrup and piquant Dijon mustard. Ready in less than 15 minutes, serve it with your favourite salad or rice dish. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-with-maple-dijon-glaze/21617/" target="_blank">Nancy Fuller's Salmon with Maple-Dijon Glaze</a>
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Well-Dressed Salmon

Seasoned salmon is cooked in a skillet until the edges are crispy, and topped with homemade tomato relish and dill dressing. Serve it when guests come over or when you're craving a restaurant-quality meal without leaving the house. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/well-dressed-salmon/21618/" target="_blank">Rachael Ray's Well-Dressed Salmon</a>
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