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Easy Salmon Recipes

Salmon and sea food have certainly become a sensation

Easy salmon recipes are in big demand now, because of increased awareness of the importance of “good” healthy Omega3 fats – which are abundant in salmon. And these recipes are exceptional!

We’ve all heard about needing plenty of Omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in our diets. And we’re probably all heard, too, that one of the best sources is from salmon. But not all salmon are alike. Most Atlantic salmon are farmed and contain higher levels contaminants (dioxins, PCB’s) than Pacific wild salmon.

According to Science journal, these contaminants may be almost eight times higher than in wild salmon. Pacific salmon, specifically Alaskan sockeye, are fished from the wild and contain few contaminants. Nevertheless, the Journal of the American Medical Association Pacific still states that the benefits of eating even Atlantic salmon outweigh the disadvantages of not. (Our easy salmon recipes mention wild Alaskan sockeye salmon). Both types are high in Omega 3’s (There are 3 types – ALA, DHA, and EPA). DHA and EPA are excellent for the structure and function of the brain, and both are found in wild salmon.

These easy salmon recipes can be used in small portions as a snack, or as part of a full meal. As we age we may develop elderly nutrition problems and don’t feel like eating a lot. This can pose a real problem, even malnutrition, which is one of the top reasons why elderly are admitted to the hospital. So no-fuss recipes such as these easy salmon recipes are a wonderful solution.

Many of our easy salmon recipes can either be used with fresh salmon (especially leftovers) or canned salmon

Salmon Bumsteads
You need: 2 pieces of toast, small can of Alaskan sockeye salmon with bones removed (you can mix it with a little mayo or your favorite dressing), a handful of spinach leaves, and a slice of cheese.
For this easy salmon recipe, make the toast, lightly butter if you’d like, and put on a plate. Add on pieces of flaked salmon as thick as you’d like. Top with a few spinach leaves and a slice of cheese. Simply put it in the microwave and cook for about 1 minute (time will differ according to your microwave). You can also add other seasonings or condiments as you like. This is one of the easiest of our easy salmon recipes!

Grilled Salmon Sandwich
You need: one small can of Alaskan sockeye salmon with bones removed, 2 pieces of whole-grain bread, a leaf of romaine lettuce, a ring of red bell pepper, a slice of red onion (optional), slice of cheese.
This is one of our favorite easy salmon recipes. Butter one side of each piece of bread. You’ll be grilling these sandwiches as with a grilled cheese. You can fry of soften the onion and red pepper in olive oil first, if you’d like. On a hot griddle or pan, lay down one slice of buttered bread, butter side down. Cover the bread with the romaine lettuce, pieces of salmon, onion slice, red pepper slice, and cheese. Cover with the second slice of bread, butter side up. Grill on both sides until brown. (Mayo can also be added, to taste).

Salmon Wraps
You need: One small can of Alaskan sockeye salmon with bones removed. Flake with a fork. Mix in: ¼ cup chopped red onions, ¼ cup chopped calamata olives, 2 Tbsp of chopped Italian flat leaf parsley, 1 tsp of grated lemon zest (lemon peel), 2 tsp lemon juice, a dash of salt and pepper, 2 tsp of olive oil; and 10” whole-grain tortillas. Baby arugula. 3 Roma tomato slices (they are less watery).
Take one-half of the mix and mound it in the center of a tortilla. Add several pieces of baby arugula, and one tomato slice to the top. Fold over 2 sides of the tortilla to tuck in the filling. Then start on one un-folded side and roll the tortilla tightly, keeping the filling in, until it’s all enclosed in the wrap. If you’re not going to eat it right away, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. To serve later: unwrap the plastic and cut on a diagonal into two halves. Two halves will serve one person. This recipe makes 3 wraps.

Baked Tamari Salmon
Do you know what Tamari is? I’m sure you’re familiar with soy sauce. And tamari is a type of Japanese shoyu (soy sauce) that is fermented from miso, a product of soy beans, and is made without wheat or gluten. It is very dark in color and is richly flavorful -- a little tangy, a little smoky. I far prefer it to the standard Westernized soy sauces. You can use it for just about anything you’d use regular soy sauce for, with (I think) a more delicious outcome. Including this baked salmon.
You will need:
2 lbs of salmon steak
2 - 3 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp honey
1 1/2 tsp ginger
1 crushed garlic clove
!/2 cup white cooking wine
Use a glass baking pan
Lightly oil the baking pan with olive oil. Place the salmon in the pan. Warm the honey, ginger, garlic, and about 1 Tbsp olive oil in a sauce pan until combined smoothly, especially the honey. Add in the wine. Pour the mixture over the salmon. It’s best to let it sit for about 30 minutes to absorb the flavors. In the meantime, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. After marinating for awhile, bake for 30 minutes (you may need more time, depending on the thickness of the salmon), brushing the sauce over the salmon periodically. You can serve with rice and drizzle it with any extra sauce.

Easy Salmon Patty Recipe
This easy salmon recipe is perfect for snacking or a for a complete meal! The patties are healthily pan fried (in olive oil), and are crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. Flavor it up with mayo, or add a little lemon juice on top before serving. Really simple and fast and very versatile. There are many ways you can dress it up. It's great for picnics too! You can use either leftover fresh salmon, or canned. Get the full information here - Easy Salmon Patty Recipe

Serve any of these easy salmon recipes with fresh or steamed vegetables, to make a complete and healthy meal.

Make sure to check out our other great food pages!

Simple Grilled Salmon Recipes -- Want something more? Our grilled salmon recipes are both simple and packed with nutrition. And talk about tasty! Try these glazes and grilling ideas for a unique dinner at home or a party.
Healthy Snack Recipes – Healthy snack recipes are becoming almost a rage these days. And we’ve got some super-delicious, super-easy, super-healthy ones for all ages. Don’t miss these!
Elderly Nutrition Snacks – We have loads of super-healthy (and delicious) suggestions of nutritious things to have on hand, for snackers of any age. Especially great for those who don't or can't cook, have small appetites, and snack a lot. Now you can make sure to get plenty of nutrition.
Delicious Healthy Dessert Recipes – Our healthy dessert recipes are delicious and fresh. Lots of ways to modify and use them too, including for low salt or sugar ideas. Fun to make for either groups or individually. Check these out!
Fish Taco Recipe – One of our great healthy snack recipes or to use in a full meal. Also fun for fiesta themed parties!
Fish-Themed Party Activities – Check our elderly fish party activities for fun theme-based recipes and ideas – all about fishing!

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