Need dinner inspiration? These salmon fillet recipes are quick, easy and packed with flavour, from saucy pan-fried salmon to creamy pasta and more.

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If you’re anything like me, then salmon fillets always make an appearance in the weekly shop. With that in mind, if you ever find yourself wondering ‘how do I serve salmon fillets?’ or ‘what do I serve with salmon fillet?’ then you’ve come to the right place. These recipes are ‘fancy’ enough for company, but quick and easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Without further ado, let’s tuck into my best-ever salmon fillet recipes.


1. Garlic Butter Salmon

close up shot of garlic butter salmon fillets in frying pan

The fact that this sauce only requires 4 ingredients is almost too hard to believe for how delicious it is!

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2. Creamy Salmon Pasta

Salmon Pasta in a Creamy Dill Sauce with lemon and parsley

Tender pasta with delicate chunks of salmon in a creamy dill sauce – yes, this really is as good as it sounds!

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3. Chipotle Salmon and Avocado Mango Salsa

chipotle salmon served with avocado mango salsa on small white plate with rice

Served with coconut rice, this dish is such a vibrant and tasty way to serve salmon.

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4. Creamy Lemon Salmon

overhead shot of 4 salmon fillet sin lemon cream sauce in pan

Lemon and salmon are already a match made in heaven; get a creamy sauce involved, and it’s game over.

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5. Hot Honey Butter Salmon

4 salmon fillets in pan garnished with spring onion and chilli flakes

When I tell you I could drink this sauce straight from the pan, I truly mean it.

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6. Salmon and Gnocchi

4 salmon fillets and gnocchi in large pan garnished with fresh basil

This has to be one of the heartiest ways to serve salmon, and it’s completely bursting with flavour.

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7. Bang Bang Salmon Skewers

overhead shot of bang bang salmon skewers with rice and cucumber salad

Something a little different; these delicious skewers are served with a tangy cucumber salad.

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8. Salmon Florentine

4 salmon fillets in large pan with lemon slices

This salmon florentine is rich, vibrant and completely luxurious. Better still, it’s quick and easy enough for a weeknight dinner!

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9. Spicy Salmon Pasta

spicy salmon pasta served in large white bowl on marble backdrop

This is an awesome way to spice up your next carb craving!

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10. Boursin Salmon Orzo

boursin salmon orzo served in large white bowl with lemon and fresh parsley

Creamy, garlicky, lemony and loaded with flavour; this salmon orzo is a sure-fire way to impress anyone at the dinner table.

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11. Creamy Cajun Salmon

close up shot of 4 salmon fillet sin creamy cajun sauce in skillet

Salmon doused in the most irresistible sauce – this dish is a dream with every bite.

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12. Honey Sriracha Salmon

closeup of salmon in frying pan with glaze over it

One of the easiest sauces you can make for salmon, and the results are beyond rewarding!

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And there we have it! A collection of the most delicious recipes using salmon fillets. If you loved this Roundup be sure to Pin it for later! Made any of the recipes? Let me know how you got on in the comments.

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