Today we’re recommending some salmon recipes in the oven, one of your best friends in the kitchen.
Cooking can be tiring, and the oven is there to help you. It not only takes some weight off your shoulders but also cooks the food evenly.
Give these recipes a try and show everyone you put in the effort, effortlessly.
Differences Between Cooking Salmon in the Oven and on the Stove?
We use the stovetop pan-frying method for this comparison because, unlike with poaching or boiling, the results are similar.
Overall, we can’t say which method is better, because each has its advantages. You should consider multiple factors to decide which is more suitable for you.
When it comes to cooking time, using the stove is quicker. Pan-frying takes 6-8 minutes, while the oven takes around 10-18 minutes, depending on how hot you reheat the oven.
However, quicker doesn’t mean more convenient. Cooking on the stove requires a great deal of hands-on cooking (flipping and adjusting heat). With the oven, conversely, you can let it do its thing while you get on with cooking other ingredients alongside salmon.
The mechanics of the oven can also help you. Ovens cook by heating the air around the food. Pan-frying, however, heats the oil around the fish. That means using the oven doesn’t add much fat and calories to your salmon.
Best Salmon Recipes in Oven
Create a stunning dish with these salmon recipes in the oven.
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Pecan Crusted Salmon Recipe
Elevate your meal repertoire with this delicious Pecan Crusted Salmon. This is perfect for an off the cuff meal that looks like you made a huge effort. Crank the oven up to 370℉, glaze the salmon with a mayo paste, coat with pecans and breadcrumbs, and bake until golden crispy.
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Broiled Salmon Recipe
Rev up your menu with this simplistic Broiled Salmon. All you need is 20 minutes to get a glossy, restaurant-esque meal to drool over. Start by brushing each filet with an herbed butter glaze and then broil them in the oven until cooked and tender. Serve with crunchy asparagus and quinoa to complete.
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Pesto Salmon Recipe
Pesto Salmon. If that isn’t enough to get you salivating then we don’t know what is. Homemade pesto is easy to make, and after slathering it atop each filet, bake until moist and tender. Next, layer a bed of crunchy asparagus and cherry tomato halves neatly before finally placing the salmon on top. Impressive.
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Baked Teriyaki Salmon Recipe Recipe
Baked Teriyaki Salmon is distinctly umami and true to Japanese flavors. It’s an excellent way to put a spin on your menu and impress the family with diverse Asian flavors. Finally, a bowl of steamed rice goes well with teriyaki aromas like red on a rose, so you’d be amiss to leave it out!
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Oven-Baked Salmon Recipe
Sit down and put your feet up; this Oven-Baked Salmon requires zero effort. It’s served on a bed of potatoes and crunchy asparagus for a satiating treat. This is the dish that’ll have you covered when you’re too lazy to cook, but want a fulfilling meal. So yes, you can have your salmon and eat it too!
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Lemon Pepper Salmon Recipe
You haven’t had good fish until you try this Lemon Pepper Salmon. The recipe is as simple as the name suggests, and is served with an ultra creamy white wine sauce that’s minimal effort. Every now and then, when you crave a restaurant-esque meal without all the drudgery, reach for this dish and you’ll be a happy diner.
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Baked Salmon in Foil Recipe
Baked Salmon in Foil is a timeless classic because it creates the juiciest filets you’ll bite into. Plus, it’s easy to prep. Everything, including the seasoned vegetables, is wrapped in foil and baked together until cooked and tender. That’s it. Seriously, it’s hard to imagine an easier cook.
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Honey Mustard Salmon Recipe
Sometimes all you need to appease the family is a simple Honey Mustard Salmon. Everyone - kids included - will love it. It has a sweet glaze and flaky, melt-in-your-mouth salmon, which is a combination you’ll never get tired of. Finish this meal with some roasted vegetables and you’re all set for a delightful treat.
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Lemon Dill Salmon Recipe
If you need a fancier presentation but minimal prep, use this Lemon Dill Salmon recipe. It’ll save you the trouble of a tiresome cook. Dill flatters seafood extremely well, including salmon. And with hints of Cajun and paprika seasoning to further spice things up, you’ll be serving this every other day.
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Parmesan Crusted Salmon Recipe
This Parmesan Crusted Salmon with Asparagus is next-level good. The crispy exterior contrasted by a smooth, juicy centre creates a droolworthy meal anyone can enjoy. And because we love a striking finish, we serve the filets with baked carrots and asparagus for a semi-sweet touch. But, of course, you can enjoy it with roasted vegetables of your choice.
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Salmon Loaf Recipe
This Salmon Loaf takes a more rustic approach to the ocean delicacy. Perfect for cookouts and parties, it’s the go-to recipe for whipping up a quick batch. It’s tender, it’s aromatic, plus, you won’t be late to the party - the dish is ready in less than an hour!
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Miso Salmon Recipe
If bold, unapologetic flavors are what you seek, you’ve found your winner. Miso Salmon has a basic soy, sesame, and mirin base that is deeply umami. Some say the fish sauce essence is too strong, others say it’s just the right amount of punch. Either way, there’s only one way for you to find out: make it today.
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Lemon Butter Salmon Recipe
It’s no secret that fish and citrus go well together, hence this Lemon Butter Salmon is a total success. And the beauty is in the simplicity of this duo: fresh salmon is light; citrus is zesty. And, when you relish the unfettered taste of seafood with minimal seasoning, you won’t get enough of it.
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Salmon en Croute (Wellington) Recipe
Need something unique to break your routine? Try this Salmon En Croute. It has that sought-after, light and tender pastry you get from a classic French pie. The center is stuffed with spinach, salmon, and mushrooms to deliver an all-in-one chunky and filling bite each time. And all this in under one hour.
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Salmon Casserole Recipe
It’s been a while since you brought the family together with a tried and tested meal, and this Salmon Casserole will help correct that. Be warned, though, this is not your dose of typical seafood delicacy. It’s much more than that. A rustic replacement for your weekly comfort food that you’ll never tire of.
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Salmon Coulibiac Recipe
This Salmon Coulibiac is uniquely Russian. And whether you call it a pie or a loaf, that’s up to you. The centre is layered with rice, salmon, kale, and mushrooms to give a bite of everything in one go. An excellent all-in-one meal when you’re too lazy to prepare a side dish.
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Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe
This Cedar Plank Salmon recipe is a quick way to make your meal special. It’s the scented board, the smokey aroma, and the elegant browned filet display that are enough to adorn the atmosphere. All this before biting into the Italian-seasoned salmon to seal the deal on an exceptional seafood treat.
Get the recipe.How to Cook Salmon in the Oven
Cooking in the oven is easy once you get used to how it works. We’ll give you some general tips, but since there are multiple types of ovens, the amount of time may not be right on the money.
Get accustomed to the correct rack placement: The top rack is for broiling, standard cuts of meat go in the middle, and the bottom is for baking and roasting large cuts.
Here’s the general process for salmon:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Season or marinate salmon (this is optional as you can cook the salmon with the seasoning).
- Place the salmon skin-side down in a baking pan or a lined baking sheet.
- Bake the salmon until cooked (remember to set a timer). Monitor your food during the cooking process.
How Long Should You Bake Salmon?
There are some ways to check if salmon is done. However, you shouldn’t open the oven door while cooking.
You can rely on the oven window and a timer to monitor the cooking.
Our recommended temperature and time for salmon in the oven is 400°F and 12-14 minutes.
When you take the fillet out, you should check its temperature and make sure that it's 145F.
What to Season Salmon With
There are a ton of flavors you can add to your salmon, and you can experiment to find your favorite seasoning combination. Here are some seasoning suggestions based on their taste.
- Salty: salt or reduced-sodium soy sauce
- Sweet: honey, brown sugar, maple syrup, or orange juice
- Sour: vinegar, lemon, or lime (both the juice and zest)
- Aromatics: garlic, onion, or ginger
- Herbs: thyme, oregano, or dill
Don’t know where to start? No worries, here are some of our favorites.
Glaze for Salmon
- Teriyaki: A flavorful umami sauce with soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, and brown sugar.
- Lemon butter garlic: A restaurant-quality sauce that lets salmon shine.
- Honey soy sauce: Stick, sweet, and savory. This sauce packs a ton of flavors and gives salmon a nice dark coating.
- Chili lime: When these two intense flavors meet, you’re in for a treat. Chili sauce and lime juice are the stars of this sauce.
- Bourbon: How about some alcohol? Bourbon will make your salmon dish look and taste restaurant-worthy.
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