15 Healthy Salmon Recipes for Weight Loss

Salmon is one of the most popular fish to cook because it is delicious, versatile and easy to cook, making it perfect for a variety of recipes. It’s also rich in protein, healthy fats, and other beneficial nutrients, which can be especially beneficial if you’re focused on weight loss or weight management. But what makes salmon recipes particularly effective for weight loss?

For starters, salmon is high in protein—around 17 grams per portion– which can help keep you full, curb cravings, boost your metabolism and support muscle growth. In addition, salmon is a great source of B12, a vitamin that improves how your body breaks down fat and metabolizes energy. Combining salmon with other nutritious ingredients, especially those high in fiber, can further enhance these benefits, as fiber helps keep you satisfied and supports gut health– both important for weight control.

To help you add more salmon to your diet, we’ve rounded up 15 healthy salmon recipes perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. And if you’re looking for more meal ideas, check out 38 High-Protein Breakfasts to Keep You Full.

Prep meal salad with beans, salmon and kale

This might be one of the easiest salmon recipes on our list, and it’s perfect for those who like to cook for their week. Just throw some salmon, kale, chickpeas, grapefruit avocado, and sesame seeds in a jar, and voila, you have a healthy, high-protein meal ready to go.

Get our recipe for Prep Beans, Salmon and Kale Salad.

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Smoked salmon and Boursin Frittata

Frittatas are great for breakfast because they are easy to make and can be kept in the fridge for a few days and reheated for a quick and easy meal in the morning. Along with eggs, this uses Boursin cheese, smoked salmon, light sour cream, milk, red onion and chives for a flavorful and protein-rich breakfast. It is also low in calories and carbohydrates, which is perfect for those following a low-calorie or low-carb diet plan for weight loss.

Get our recipe for Smoked Salmon and Boursin Frittata.

Honey mustard glazed salmon with roasted asparagus

A simple baked salmon recipe is the way to go when you want a quick and delicious weekday dinner. Glazed with a mixture of honey, Dijon mustard, brown sugar and soy sauce, this salmon dish has the desirable sweet and savory combination for less than 400 calories. Combine with some asparagus for a balanced, nutritious meal.

Get our recipe for Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus.

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Moroccan-inspired Quinoa Pilaf With Salmon

Made with a blend of popular spices like cumin, cayenne, and cinnamon, this Moroccan-inspired salmon recipe is savory, sweet, and full of nutrients. With protein from the salmon, fiber from the quinoa, and healthy fats from the salmon and pine nuts, this meal will leave you feeling full and satisfied—for only 310 calories!

Get our recipe for Moroccan-inspired Quinoa Pilaf With Salmon.

Scrambled eggs with salmon, asparagus and goat cheese

This is not your basic scrambled eggs with cheese. This recipe calls for mixing your eggs with smoked salmon, asparagus, and goat cheese, a combination so flavorful you’ll never go back to plain scrambled eggs again. Make this for breakfast for a protein boost in the morning, or enjoy it for lunch or dinner when you don’t have time to cook something extravagant and time-consuming.

Get our recipe for scrambled eggs with salmon, asparagus and goat cheese.

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Butter-baked salmon and asparagus

Due to its higher fat content, this meal is ideal for those following the Keto diet. The salmon is baked with butter and then topped with a sauce made from mayonnaise, onion and lemon. If you serve it with a lower carb vegetable like asparagus, this meal becomes a great Keto-friendly recipe.

Get our recipe for butter-baked salmon and asparagus.

Sweet Chili Glazed Salmon

We love a healthy meal with only a few ingredients, like this Sweet Chili Glazed Salmon recipe. All you need is your favorite sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, ginger, siracha, salmon fillets and whatever side you want to eat with your fish, like wild rice, quinoa or a salad. This recipe also only takes 10-15 minutes total, so it’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Get our recipe for Sweet Chili Glazed Salmon.

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Grilled salmon with ginger soy butter

Most salmon recipes call for baking because it’s the quickest and easiest way to cook the fish while retaining moisture, but you should definitely take advantage of a grill if you have one and try your hand at grilled salmon. This recipe uses a simple marinade of butter, ginger, lemon juice, and soy sauce, and the end result is a delicious filet with less than 400 calories.

Get our recipe for Grilled Salmon with Ginger Soy Butter.

Fried Salmon With Lentils

We love this recipe not only because the salmon is so good, but because the side of lentils provides healthy protein and fiber for even more nutrients in your meal. This combination of protein and fiber helps with satiety and satiety for the next meal.

Get our recipe for fried salmon with lentils.

Smoked salmon sandwich

Don’t buy into the lie that you can’t enjoy bread or sandwiches when you’re trying to lose weight. Bread, especially when it’s whole grain and full of fiber, can be easily incorporated into most weight loss plans. This smoked salmon sandwich is high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats, nutrients that not only aid in weight loss but are also critical to your overall health.

Get our recipe for a smoked salmon sandwich.

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Sweet and spicy glazed salmon with roasted vegetables

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Tin dinners are the best solution when you don’t have much time or energy to spend on cooking dinner. You can cook your salmon, tomatoes, squash and green beans in the same pan for just 10-15 minutes, and the end result is a super simple but delicious salmon dish.

Get our recipe for Sweet and Spicy Glazed Salmon.

Honey Miso Salmon & Spinach Burger

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You don’t have to eat beef to enjoy a hamburger. These salmon and spinach burgers are full of flavor and contain much less saturated fat (a type of fat linked to increased risk of heart disease in large quantities) than red meat. This recipe uses ingredients like cucumber, ginger, miso, honey, spinach and salmon fillets for a balanced and nutritious meal that you can enjoy at any time of the day.

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Air Fryer Lemon-Pepper Salmon Jerky

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You can air fry a regular salmon filet, but did you know you can make your own salmon jerky in the air fryer too? This jerky is the perfect high protein, low calorie snack for your weight loss or weight management goals.

Get our recipe for Air Fryer Lemon-Pepper Salmon Jerky.

Grilled salmon with Chermoula chickpeas

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As we’ve mentioned before, incorporating fiber into your meal along with the protein and healthy fats you get from salmon can do wonders for your weight loss goals by increasing satiety and improving gut health. This salmon recipe comes with seasoned chickpeas, which provide about 6 grams of fiber per serving, making this meal a healthy and balanced one.

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Keto smoked salmon on cucumber slices

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Those on the Keto diet may not be able to enjoy a classic bagel with cream cheese and smoked salmon due to the carbs in the bread, but this smoked salmon and cucumber snack is a tasty substitute. You can even put all the bagel spice on top

Get our recipe for Keto Smoked Salmon.

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