Sarra Ina Garten salmon recipes make weeknight dinners feel effortless, with bright citrus, fresh herbs, and just enough butter to keep things interesting. These 14 tested favorites include seared, grilled, and roasted salmon alongside creamy spreads and a show-stopping salad nicoise.
1. Asian Grilled Salmon
Soy sauce, honey, and fresh ginger coat these salmon fillets in a sweet-savory glaze that caramelizes on a hot grill. Ready in just 20 minutes, the result is smoky on the outside and tender through the center.
2. Seared Salmon With Spicy Red Pepper Aioli
Pan-seared fillets get a crispy golden crust in just 10 minutes of cook time, then meet a smoky aioli made with roasted red peppers and cayenne. The whole thing comes together in about 20 minutes, and the spicy kick keeps every bite interesting.
3. Salmon With Melting Tomatoes
Cherry tomatoes, garlic, and capers melt into a bright, tangy sauce right in the pan alongside the salmon. Fresh basil and a squeeze of lemon finish things off, and dinner is on the table in about 25 minutes.
4. Salmon With Lentils
French green lentils simmered with leeks, carrots, and fresh thyme create an earthy bed for seared salmon fillets. A tangy Dijon and red wine vinegar dressing ties everything together, ready in about 55 minutes.
5. Salmon Salad Nicoise
Red potatoes, haricots verts, and Kalamata olives surround roasted salmon on a bed of butter lettuce for a colorful one-plate meal. A bright lemon-Dijon dressing pulls every element together, and the whole spread takes about an hour.
6. Smoked Salmon Spread
Cream cheese whipped with sour cream, fresh dill, and a handful of capers makes a rich, tangy base for chopped smoked salmon. No cooking required, just 10 minutes of prep and a plate of crackers.
7. Smoked Salmon Dip
Tangy horseradish and fresh dill give this creamy dip a sharp, bright edge that pairs perfectly with chopped smoked salmon. Stir it together in about 10 minutes and serve cold with crostini or vegetables.
8. Salmon Tartare
Sushi-grade salmon diced and tossed with Dijon mustard, capers, and fresh lemon zest makes an elegant no-cook appetizer. It’s bright, clean, and comes together in just 10 minutes with no heat needed.
9. Tea Sandwiches With Smoked Salmon
Pumpernickel bread layered with silky cream cheese, smoked salmon, and capers is one of three classic varieties in this elegant tea sandwich set. Ready in about 20 minutes with no cooking, they’re a natural fit for brunch or afternoon gatherings.
10. Panko-Crusted Salmon
Golden panko breadcrumbs with parsley and lemon zest form a crispy crust over tender salmon fillets. Seared in a skillet and finished in a hot oven, this is one of Ina’s most popular salmon recipes.
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11. Roasted Salmon With Green Herbs
Bright scallions, dill, and parsley blanket a whole salmon fillet before it roasts with white wine and lemon juice. The result is flaky, herb-packed fish that practically falls apart with a fork.
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12. Salmon Cakes
Flaky roasted salmon mixed with bell peppers, celery, capers, and Dijon mustard gets shaped into patties and pan-fried until golden. These are crispy on the outside with tender, chunky salmon inside.
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13. Eli’s Asian Salmon
Rice vinegar, oyster sauce, and chili paste soak into a salmon fillet topped with panko that crisps up in a 500-degree oven. Bold, sticky, and perfect alongside a bowl of steamed rice.
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14. Salmon Teriyaki and Broccolini
Savory soy glaze coats salmon fillets roasted alongside crisp broccolini for a complete one-pan dinner. Served over basmati rice, the flavors are rich, buttery, and warming.
